1967 Map of Eden Prairie

About this map

The Minnesota River carves a deep valley through the heart of this landscape, separating Eden Prairie and Bloomington in Hennepin County from Shakopee in Scott County. During the late 1960s, this area was undergoing a significant transition from rural lake country to suburban expansion, visible in the purple revisions that highlight new developments around Rowland and Edina. Industrial and recreational interests are well-represented by the sprawling Flying Cloud Airport and the numerous lakeside parks. Historically, the river served as the primary corridor of commerce and travel, evidenced by the site of Bloomington Ferry and the Chicago and North Western railroad line. Pockets of preserved land like the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge contrast with localized industry, such as the Quarry and Sandpit sites, while older community anchors like Eden Prairie Cem and Boiling Springs provide genealogical touchstones.