1964 Map of Palmetto

About this map

Terra Ceia Island and the northern banks of the Manatee River dominate this coastal landscape, where the ancient history of the Madira Bickel Mound State Archaeological Site meets mid-century suburban expansion. The city of Palmetto serves as a hub, showing a dense grid of streets, the Manatee Agricultural Center (Fairgrounds), and the Lincoln Memorial Sch. To the north, the terrain transitions into a complex network of bayous and inlets, including Tillette Bayou and Williams Bayou, reflecting the area's maritime dependence before extensive modern development. The transportation network is anchored by the Sunshine Skyway and the Seaboard Coast Line railroad, which historically connected these citrus and agricultural communities. Small settlements like Gillette and Rubonia are visible alongside larger cemeteries and parks such as Mansion Memorial Park, providing valuable data for family historians tracing roots in Manatee County.