1964 Map of Hattiesburg

About this map

Hattiesburg serves as a significant regional hub where the Bowie River and Leaf River converge. This survey reflects the mid-century expansion of the city and its surrounding communities such as Petal, Glendale, and Palmers Crossing. Educational institutions are prominent, including the University of Southern Mississippi and William Carey College, signaling the area's growth as a center for higher learning. The industrial and transportation landscape is defined by the Illinois Central Gulf railroad, which bisects the urban core and links peripheral settlements like Bonhomie and Dixie Pine. Several cemeteries, such as B'nai Israel Cem and Highland Cem, provide valuable reference points for genealogists tracking local families near the Forrest and Lamar County line. The map also documents the transition from suburban areas like Lamar Park to the outlying Hattiesburg Municipal Airport.