2012 Map of Richmond

About this map

Nippersink Creek and its north branch carve through the center of this northern Illinois landscape, defining the character of Richmond and the surrounding agricultural tracts. The map records a transition between early rural foundations and modern infrastructure, shown through a significant density of burial grounds such as Saint Josephs Cemetery, Solon Mills Cemetery, and Washington Cemetery. The local economy is represented by specialized operations like Keystone Hatcheries and the Pioneer Tree Farm, while the presence of Galt Field Airport and McHenry Farms Airport points to the area's role in regional aviation. Along the shores of Wonder Lake, residential developments like Wonder Center Beach and Sunrise Ridge illustrate the evolution of the shoreline from seasonal retreat to established community near the Wisconsin border.