2011 Map of Philadelphia

About this map

The Schuylkill River and Delaware River define the densely urban geography of this 2011 study, flowing through a landscape of historic neighborhoods and modern infrastructure. The map details the academic corridor of West Philadelphia, home to University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University, while the riverfronts show a transition from industrial points like Girard Point to the historic grounds of Fort Mifflin at the confluence. Large-scale public works and institutions are prominent, including the Fairmount Dam and a dense network of postal facilities such as the Philadelphia Main Post Office and the Wanamaker Post Office. Cultural and civic centers are mapped alongside sprawling green spaces like Woodlands Cemetery and Mount Moriah Cemetery, illustrating the long-term patterns of burial and preservation in an ever-evolving city.