1963 Map of Gray

About this map

Sugar cane cultivation and the petroleum industry define the landscape between Schriever and Gray during the early 1960s. The map illustrates the transition from traditional agricultural tracts like Magnolia Plantation, Minerva Plantation, and Rebecca Plantation toward more diverse land use, including the Lafourche Crossing Oil and Gas Field. The corridor is anchored by the Southern Pacific railroad and the winding course of Bayou Terrebonne, which historically dictated the pattern of settlement and transport in this part of Lafourche and Terrebonne Parishes. Social and community life are well-documented through landmarks such as St Bridget Ch, the Garden of Memories Cem, and the Price Sch. Emerging mid-century local culture is represented by the Radio Station (KGIL) and a Drive-in Theater, providing a detailed look at the infrastructure supporting these growing rural communities.