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1967 Map of Philadelphia

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of Philadelphia
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1994
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1994

About this map

The Schuylkill River and Delaware River define this dense urban landscape, meeting at the massive industrial and military complex of the U S Naval Shipyard at League Island. This map documents a transitional era for South Philadelphia, showing the coexistence of modern landmarks like Veterans Stadium and Kennedy Stadium alongside deeply rooted religious and educational institutions. The residential fabric is punctuated by numerous parochial schools such as St Phillips Sch and Lady of Angels Sch, reflecting the city's established neighborhood identities.

Industrial infrastructure is prominent along the waterfronts, from the Tank Farm near Eastwick to the rail yards of the Pennsylvania RR and Reading RR. Historic preservation is also clearly marked, with Independence National Historical Park and the Gloria Dei (Old Swedes) Church National Historic Site standing near the heavily developed riverfront. Vast green spaces like Fairmount Park and the sprawling Mt Moriah Cemetery provide significant breaks in the gridiron street pattern.