1959 Map of Hartland

About this map

The Oconomowoc River and Bark River systems define this 1950s landscape, winding through a dense network of glacial lakes including Okauchee Lake, Nagawicka Lake, and Pewaukee Lake. The region's development is centered on the Chicago and North Western and Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific railroads, which connected established villages like Hartland, Delafield, and Oconomowoc. This survey reveals a transition from traditional rural life to a burgeoning recreational and residential corridor, evidenced by the numerous named schools such as Arrowhead High Sch and University Lake Sch appearing alongside long-standing landmarks like St Olaf Ch and St Catherine Ch. In the southern portion, the Kettle Moraine State Forest surrounds Lapham Peak, while Cushing Memorial State Park serves as a notable historic marker near Delafield. The map also captures numerous localized features, including multiple Gravel Pits and cemeteries like Ashippun Cem and St Johns Cem, which offer significant value for genealogical research.