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1952 Map of Seelyville

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Seelyville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1953
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1953

About this map

The eastern edges of Terre Haute define this mid-century landscape, where industrial expansion and early aviation meet the rural Wabash Valley. The presence of Hulman Airport and the Rose Polytechnic Institute illustrates a period of significant institutional growth. Transportation infrastructure is dense, with the historic National Road and Wabash Ave carrying traffic alongside a complex web of rail lines, including the Pennsylvania Railroad and the Milwaukee Road.

Beyond the city limits, the terrain is shaped by resource extraction and small communities. Numerous Strip Mine operations mark the land north and south of Seelyville, contrasting with established local landmarks like the Highland Lawn Cemetery and Camp Wildwood. Rural life is anchored by several country houses of worship, including Gospel Grove Ch and Oak Hill Ch, while smaller settlements such as Glen Ayr and Riley preserve the era's local geography.