1967 Map of Eden Prairie

About this map

Eden Prairie and its neighbors Bloomington and Edina are shown here during a transformative period of suburban expansion into the lake-studded landscape of Hennepin and Scott Counties. The Minnesota River forms a wide alluvial valley at the center of the map, carving a clear boundary between the developing uplands and the river bottoms. Extensive industrial and infrastructure elements are visible, from the Flying Cloud Airport to the multiple Chicago North Western rail lines. Notable landmarks including the Drive-in Theater and the Prior Lake Indian Reservation sit alongside numerous glacial water bodies like Staring Lake and Anderson Lakes. Local history is anchored by several burial sites, such as the Eden Prairie Cem and Calvary Cem, and unique hydrological features like Boiling Springs along Eagle Creek.