1937 Map of Shelburne Falls

About this map

The Deerfield River carves a deep path through this 1937 landscape, dictating the course of the Boston and Maine Railroad and the historic Mohawk Trail. This advance sheet reveals the transition from the industrial activity at Shelburne Falls to the agricultural pockets of Greenfield Meadows and the town of Conway. Genealogical interest is found in the numerous scattered burial grounds, such as Colrain Arms Cem and North Shirkshire Cem, which represent the early family settlements of the region. The map highlights the significant elevation changes from the Fire Tower on Massamet Mountain down to the river crossings at Reeds Bridge and Stillwater Bridge. The distribution of local landmarks like the Roberts Sch and Union Ch provides a clear view of community life in Franklin County during the late Depression era.