1941 Map of San Sebastian

About this map

The town of San Sebastian serves as a focal point in this 1941 survey, illustrating the agricultural and social landscape of western Puerto Rico just before the mid-century. The map meticulously documents a region defined by its hacienda economy, marking established estates such as Hacienda San Pedro, Hacienda Esperanza, and Hacienda Buena Vista. These large agricultural holdings, alongside the industrial footprint of Central Soler, suggest a period where sugar or coffee production remained central to the local economy. Religious life is well-represented through markers for the Iglesia Presbiteriana, Iglesia Santa Ana, and Iglesia Santa Teresita. The intricate hydrology of the area is mapped through the winding course of the Rio Grande de Anasco and its many tributaries, while the Acueducto de San Sebastian highlights the era's municipal infrastructure. The terrain is divided by the boundaries of the Municipio de Camuy, Municipio de Lares, and others, providing a clear record of administrative divisions during this era.