1929 Map of Harvey

About this map

Markham Yards and the convergence of several major railroads, including the Illinois Central and the Grand Trunk Western Ry, define the industrial and transportation character of this South Side Chicago suburban landscape in the late 1920s. The dense grid of Harvey and South Holland contrasts with the specialized campuses and recreational spaces nearby, such as the Oak Forest Institutions and several golf clubs like the Idlewild Country Club. The map reveals a transition from developed town centers to open land, documented here just as the Lincoln Highway was establishing itself as a primary corridor through Olympia Fields and Chicago Heights. Local history details include several schools like Stahl Sch and St Johns Sch, and recreational landmarks such as the Washington Park Race Course and the Illinois Kennel Club.