1954 Map of Kenwood

About this map

Kenwood and the rural agricultural corridors of eastern Sonoma County are captured here in the mid-1950s, a period before significant modern suburbanization. The landscape is defined by the narrow valley floor between Sugarloaf Ridge and the volcanic slopes of Bennett Mtn, with the small settlements of Lawndale and Kenwood linked by the Old Railroad Grade. Notable institutional landmarks include the Los Guilicos School For Girls and the Dunbar Union Sch, reflecting the local social infrastructure of the era. To the south, the Los Guilicos Warm Springs highlight the region's geothermal activity, while several Quarries and a Quarry suggest active mineral extraction. The map also records the early boundaries of Annadel State Park and the rugged drainage patterns of Santa Rosa Creek and Sonoma Creek, providing a detailed look at the interface between working ranches like McCormack Ranch and the protected mountainous terrain.