1953 Map of Rapid City East

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Rapid City spreads across the foothills of the Black Hills in this mid-century survey, revealing a period of significant urban expansion and institutional growth. The prominent South Dakota School of Mines anchors the city’s southeastern quadrant, while a network of neighborhood schools like Roosevelt Sch, Beadle Sch, and Wilson Sch illustrates the post-war residential development. To the west, Cowboy Hill and the unique Dinosaur Park provide distinct topographic landmarks above the city's grid.