1959 Map of Vernon

About this map

The winding North Fork Muscatatuck River and its southern fork define the topography of this Indiana landscape, where deep river loops create a complex series of ridges and valleys. Vernon and North Vernon stand at the heart of this network, positioned near the dramatic bends that now house Muscatatuck State Park. The region's transport history is clearly visible through the diagonal path of the Pennsylvania railroad, which links the settlements of Grayford, Walnut Ridge, and Dupont. Local life in the late 1950s is anchored by rural landmarks such as Freedom Ch, Graham Ch, and a Covered Bridge crossing the river south of Vernon. Large protected areas, including the Crosley State Game Preserve and its namesake Crosley Lake, dominate the central terrain, while family history is preserved at the Douchette Cem and Vernon Cem.