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1948 Map of Stockbridge
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1948 Map of Stockbridge

USGS Topo · Published 1948

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The Housatonic River winds through the heart of this Berkshire County landscape, defining the industrial and social development of towns like Stockbridge and Lee. In the years following World War II, the area maintained a distinct balance between its manufacturing roots and its growing identity as a cultural destination. The world-renowned Tanglewood estate sits near the shores of the Stockbridge Bowl (Lake Mahkeenac), while the dual presence of the Boston & Albany RR and the New York New Haven and Hartford RR illustrates a region deeply connected by rail. Notable landmarks such as Laura Tower and the narrow passage at Burgoyne Pass offer touchpoints for local historians, while the numerous brooks like Konkapot Brook and Sepoese Brook reflect the intricate hydrology of the valley. From the heights of Monument Mountain to the quiet village of Interlaken, the map captures a mature New England community before modern suburban expansion.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1948
Date Published1948
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:31,680
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain