1956 Map of Quincy

About this map

The Mississippi River corridor serves as the primary artery for this mid-century survey, dividing the Illinois and Missouri landscapes. Major riverfront settlements like Quincy and Hannibal anchor the regional trade network, while the convergence of the Illinois River and Missouri River further south highlights the era's reliance on these massive waterways. Inland, the map reveals a dense agricultural and transit grid, featuring significant educational landmarks such as Culver-Stockton College and Illinois College.