1966 Map of Media

About this map

Ridley Creek State Park and the Tyler Arboretum form a significant green belt through the center of this map, preserving the character of the Pennsylvania countryside even as suburban growth pushed westward. The landscape is defined by the winding paths of Ridley Creek, Chester Creek, and Crum Creek, which supported early industrial hamlets like Sycamore Mills and Rockdale. Local institutional history is well-represented, including the Ellis School for Girls, Sleighton Farm School, and the Fair Acres County Home. To the east, the seat of Delaware County is visible at Media, featuring the Courthouse and Armory. The map illustrates the transition from rural estates to mid-century residential developments like Larchmont Square and Crum Creek Manor, all connected by the historic Baltimore Pike and the Penn Central rail line.