1961 Map of Shelburne Falls

About this map

Shelburne Falls serves as the focal point for this survey, where the Deerfield River bends sharply through the highlands of Franklin County. The landscape is defined by the steep relief of Massamett Mountain and Greenfield Mountain, with the corridor of the Mohawk Trail and the Boston and Maine railroad following the river's descent toward the east. This era shows a well-established network of rural infrastructure, including many family-named landmarks like Arthurs Seat and the enigmatic label The Colonel. Local genealogy is well-supported by numerous burial grounds such as Upper Meadow Cem and Pine Grove Cem, alongside small rural settlements like Burkville and Bardwell. The presence of the Aqueduct near the Arms Cem and the Stillwater Bridge downstream highlights the region's managed water resources and river crossings during the early 1960s.