Stavanger and the surrounding agricultural lands of Grundy, LaSalle, and Kendall Counties are defined by the winding course of Nettle Creek and its tributaries. This rural landscape is anchored by significant community landmarks, including the Stavanger Lutheran Cemetary and the West Lisbon Lutheran Cem, which reflect the area's deep-rooted heritage. The terrain transition is marked by the presence of the Illinois and Michigan Canal National Heritage Corridor along the southern margin, a waterway that fundamentally shaped the development of this region. Local aviation is represented by the Vogen RLA Airport, while smaller family plots like the Holderman and Hoge Cem offer specific points of interest for genealogists tracing local lineage in this corner of Illinois.
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1892 · Morris
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1892 · Marseilles
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1916 · Marseilles
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1918 · Morris
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1925 · Yorkville
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1940 · Marseilles
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1948 · Sandwich
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1950 · Sandwich
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1953 · Morris
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1953 · Plattville
USGS Topo · 1:24,000