1973 Map of Kingston

About this map

Kings River carves a deep path through this Madison County landscape, where the settlement of Kingston serves as a central hub near the confluence of Maxwell Creek and Dry Creek. The topography is defined by significant elevations like McArthur Mountain and Jones Mountain, which separate narrow hollows and creek beds. This 1970s survey captures the rural character of the region, anchored by small communities such as Sweden and Purdy. Local family history and genealogy are well-preserved through numerous burial grounds and spiritual centers, including the Kingston Cem, Loy Cem, and the Upper Campground Cem. The presence of the Big Sandy Ch and Upper Wharton Ch alongside smaller settlements like Loy reflects a dispersed but connected mountain society reliant on the winding valley floors of Wharton Creek and Boatright Creek.