1956 Map of St. Petersburg

About this map

ST Petersburg and its surrounding communities are documented here during a period of significant mid-century expansion across the Pinellas peninsula. The urban grid extends from the shores of Tampa Bay and Bayboro Harbor westward toward Boca Ciega Bay, showcasing the early development of Kenneth City, Pinellas Park, and South Pasadena. This era highlights a robust educational landscape, featuring St Petersburg Jr College, Farragut Academy, and numerous neighborhood schools like Lealman Ave Sch and Rio Vista Sch. Waterfront activity is centered around the Municipal Pier and the North Yacht Basin, while the inland geography is marked by the presence of a Reclaimed Strip Mine and the Pinellas Lookout Tower. The infrastructure of the time is visible in the CSX rail lines and the Treasure Causeway, illustrating the connectivity between the growing residential blocks and the coastal areas.