1910 Map of Herrin

About this map

Southern Illinois coal country and the agricultural lands surrounding the Big Muddy River are the focus of this detailed survey. Centered on the industrial growth of Herrin and Christopher, the map captures the transition from rural farming communities to rail-dependent mining towns. Extensive rail networks like the Coal Belt RR and the Illinois Central link these settlements, while smaller communities such as Dewmaine, Energy, and Colp appear alongside numerous rural education centers like Arkansas School and Denning School.