2012 Map of Lander

About this map

The Mississippi River serves as the central artery of this 1916 map, dividing St. Louis, Missouri, from the industrial hubs of Illinois like Granite City, Madison, and Venice. This period captures the region at a height of industrial and urban expansion, characterized by a massive network of rail lines including the Illinois Central RR, Wabash RR, and the St Louis and Belleville Electric Ry. Spanning the river, the iconic Eads Bridge and the Municipal Bridge connect the metropolitan core with the National Stock Yards and the burgeoning rail yards of Dupo. To the west, established suburbs like Kirkwood, Webster Groves, and Clayton are clearly defined, while green spaces such as Forest Park and Tower Grove Park provide respite from the dense urban grid. On the eastern bluffs, the ancient landmark of Monk's Mound stands in contrast to the modern infrastructure of Cahokia Creek.