1928 Map of Glendale

About this map

Glendale and the surrounding Los Angeles basin appear here in a period of significant transition, caught between the established citrus-era rail lines and the early aviation age. The map illustrates a dense grid of streets emerging from the base of the Verdugo Mountains and San Rafael Hills, while the Los Angeles River remains a natural corridor alongside the Southern Pacific tracks. Transportation is a central theme, with the Pacific Electric railway providing vital transit through growing neighborhoods like Eagle Rock, Glassell Park, and Highland Park. Notable cultural and industrial landmarks are prominently featured, including the sprawling Forest Lawn Cemetery with its Mausoleum, the Vitagraph Studio in Hollywood, and early flight centers such as Grand Central Airport and the National Guard Airport. These details reveal a landscape shifting from its ranching roots to a modern metropolitan center.