2021 Map of Harristown

About this map

The Sangamon River carves through this central Illinois landscape west of Decatur, anchoring a region defined by its rural heritage and expanding suburban reach. In the village of Harristown, the intersection of Old Rte 36 and modern infrastructure highlights the evolution of transit across the prairie. The map is particularly notable for its density of small family and community burial grounds, such as Crum Cem, Muirheid Cem, and Whitley Cem, which offer significant value for genealogical research. To the south, the settlements of Blackland and Boody sit along the drainage of Spring Cr, while the Lincoln Trail Bridge serves as a grounded landmark for local history. From the shaded banks of Shady Lake to the broad agricultural fields, the map documents the persistent settlement patterns of Macon County.