1972 Map of Rochester

About this map

Rochester is shown during a period of significant mid-century expansion, centered on the South Fork Zumbro River and the regulated waters of Silver Lake. The map reveals the city’s identity as a medical and educational hub, prominently featuring St Marys Hospital, the Olmsted Community Hospital, and the sprawling grounds of the Rochester State Hospital. The urban layout is densely packed with neighborhood schools like Adams Jr High Sch and Elton Hills Sch, while the city’s southern edges transition into recreational and institutional spaces such as Soldiers Field South Park and the Rochester Vocational Institute.