1966 Map of Mount Vernon

About this map

Mount Vernon and its historic surroundings dominate this Potomac riverfront survey, showcasing the Virginia and Maryland shorelines during a period of significant suburban expansion. On the Virginia side, the estate and its Tomb are bordered by the developing neighborhoods of Hybla Valley, Riverside Estates, and Stratford on the Potomac. The map documents the preserved grounds of Fort Hunt National Park and Fort Washington National Park, which stand as sentinels at the mouth of Piscataway Creek. Across the river in Maryland, the landscape transitions from the developed Broadwater Estates to the more rural, wooded terrain of Accokeek. Cultural landmarks like the Amusement Park at Marshall Hall and historic houses of worship such as Harmony Hall and Macedonia Ch reveal the deep layers of social and recreational history along these tidal reaches.