1959 Map of Goshen

About this map

The Elkhart River flows through the heart of northern Indiana industrial and agricultural country, anchoring the growth of Goshen and its surrounding communities. This survey reveals a landscape shaped by water and rail, where the Hydraulic Canal and Chicago and Indiana RR once drove local commerce. The map records several smaller settlements including Waterford Mills and Bainter Town, alongside established institutional landmarks like Goshen College and the County Fairgrounds. To the south, New Paris and Benton appear amidst a patchwork of family-named cemeteries such as Violett Cem, Studebaker Cem, and Sparklin Cem, which provide essential points of reference for local historians. Topographical details like Goshen Dam Pond and the extensive Goshen Municipal Airport highlight the mix of mid-century infrastructure and the area's ongoing expansion.