1966 Map of Mt. Wilson

About this map

Mt Wilson dominates the northern skyline of this survey, home to the world-renowned Mt Wilson Observatory and a network of radio and solar towers. The map captures the dramatic verticality of the Angeles National Forest, where steep canyons like Eaton Canyon and Santa Anita Canyon descend into the heavily developed San Gabriel Valley. The southern half reveals the sophisticated suburban landscape of the mid-1960s, featuring academic and cultural landmarks such as the Calif Institute of Technology and the Huntington Library.