1963 Map of Evanston

About this map

The North Shore's suburban expansion is meticulously documented in this mid-century survey, ranging from Glencoe down through Evanston to the northern edge of Chicago. The landscape is defined by the Lake Michigan shoreline and a dense network of prestigious institutions, including the sprawling campus of Northwestern University and the iconic Bahai Temple. Residential growth is evident in the transition from established neighborhoods like Winnetka and Kenilworth to the rising developments in Skokie and Niles. Significant local landmarks such as the Grossepoint Lighthouse and the Hadley School for the Blind appear alongside numerous parochial schools and cemeteries like Calvary Cemetery. Transportation corridors are anchored by the Chicago And North Western railroad and the Edens Expressway, while leisure spaces like the Indian Hill Golf Club and the Drive-in Theater reflect the social character of the era.