1960 Map of Grayslake

About this map

St Marys of the Lake Seminary anchors the southeastern landscape of this Lake County survey, which documents the residential expansion and recreational character of the region. The map tracks the growth of lakeside communities like Round Lake Beach and Grayslake, while showing the persistence of rural institutions such as School No 79 and the Avon Centre Cem. Transportation patterns are defined by the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific and Soo Line railroads, which thread through the developing suburban fabric. The presence of specialized sites like the Campbell Airport and a Drive-in Theater reflects the mid-century transition from agrarian land to car-centric leisure. Extensive water bodies including Highland Lake, Diamond Lake, and Bangs Lake illustrate the area's geological identity, while numerous golf courses and the Fairground underscore its role as a regional destination for recreation.