1962 Map of Weaverville

About this map

Weaverville and the northern reaches of Asheville dominate this Buncombe County landscape during the early 1960s, a period of notable growth along the corridor between the French Broad River and the Elk Mountains. The map highlights a community transition, where the historic Southern railroad line follows the riverbank past Alexander, while the central valley focuses on recreation and education at Lake Louise and the North Buncombe High School. Cultural and sporting landmarks are prominent, including the Asheville-Weaverville Speedway and the landscaped Asheville Gardens. The map provides excellent genealogical detail through several small country sanctuaries like Brittain Cove Church and Mt Bethel Ch, alongside family cemeteries such as the Shepperd Cem and Coles Cem. Mountain geography is meticulously labeled, featuring peaks like Baird Mountain and Stoney Knob that define the local topography.