1951 Map of Hermitage

About this map

The Pomme de Terre River and Lindley Creek carve deep, meandering paths through this portion of Missouri, defining the landscape just before the completion of major reservoir projects. The central settlement of Hermitage sits at a strategic bend in the river, serving as a hub for the surrounding rural townships of Wheatland, Center, and Stark. The map reveals a dense network of country schools and family burial grounds, such as Elkton Sch, Salem Sch, and the McCracken Cem, indicating a well-established agrarian community of the mid-century.