1939 Map of Jackson

About this map

Jackson anchors the northern edge of this landscape, where the Michigan Central and New York Central rail corridors converge to serve the region's industrial and agricultural needs. South of the city, the terrain is defined by a dense network of glacial lakes and wetlands, including Vandercook Lake and the extensive Ella Sharp Park. The map reveals a mid-century rural infrastructure dominated by small school districts, with names like Herrington Sch and Dibble Sch marking the center of local communities.