1964 Map of Williamsburg

About this map

Williamsburg and the surrounding Hill Towns sit at a geographic crossroads where the Mill River and West Brook carve through high ridges. This 1960s revision shows the area's transition into a landscape of conservation and water management, featuring the Conway State Forest and the Northampton Reservoir. The industrial legacy of the region remains visible at Brass Mill Pond in Haydenville, while the rail connections of an earlier era are still marked at the Williamsburg Station. The map captures the distinct character of Whately and West Whately, where narrow roads like Plain Street and Swamp Road connect small settlements amidst topographic landmarks such as Mt Esther and Chestnut Mtn. Local institutions like the Whately Center Sch and the Williamsburg Rod and Gun Club anchor these rural communities.