1946 Map of Shickshinny

About this map

The Susquehanna River cuts a deep gap through Shickshinny Mountain and Huntington Mountain in this mid-century Pennsylvania portrait. The riverfront communities of Shickshinny and Mocanaqua are connected by bridge, with the Pennsylvania railroad running along the eastern bank. North and west of these steep ridges, the terrain transitions into a mosaic of small farming settlements and upland valleys. Local history is richly detailed through a network of rural schoolhouses and churches, including the Sunshine School and Bloomingdale Church. Huntington Creek winds through the western portion of the map, powering sites like Koons Dam near Huntington Mills. The map also captures several family-named landmarks and cemeteries, such as the Sorber Cemetery and Patterson Grove, which reflect the established genealogical roots of Luzerne and Columbia counties during this era.