1950 Map of Mercer Island

About this map

Lake Washington defines this mid-century landscape, separating the developing suburban centers of Bellevue and Medina from the prominent landmass of Mercer Island. The map documents a period of rapid growth on the Eastside, where the Northern Pacific railroad still winds through the terrain, connecting industrial pockets like the Renton city boundary to smaller settlements such as Kennydale and Wilburton. Notable institutional sites are visible, including the Burbank Boys Sch on the island and the Overlake High Sch near the shore.