1980 Map of Jackson

About this map

Jackson dominates this landscape, showing a dense mid-century urban fabric defined by its role as a state capital and educational center. The map details the institutional heart of the city, from the State Capitol and Courthouse to campuses like Millsaps College and Jackson State Univ. The influence of the Illinois Central Gulf railroad is evident in the industrial and transit corridors that cut through the city, while Hawkins Field provides a look at early aviation infrastructure. The terrain is shaped by the Pearl River and its winding tributaries like Town Creek and Lynch Creek, which separate the core from the eastern developments of Pearl and Flowood. Numerous specialized institutions, such as the School for the Blind and the Carmelite Monastery, reflect the city's complex social and religious history during this era of growth.