South Central United States Wall Map - Published 1947 by National Geographic

Gulf Coast, Plains & High Desert — South Central United States Wall Map (1947)

A snapshot of America’s south-central corridor at mid-century, rendered with clarity and restraint. Published by National Geographic in December 1947 as the fifth sheet in a six-part sectional series, this regional map brings Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and much of New Mexico into sharp focus. Clean linework, period typography, and balanced symbology reward both room-distance viewing and close study—made to admire, reference, and display.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This isn’t just wall art—it’s a portrait of oilfields and river valleys, cotton country and high desert, as the region surged into the postwar era. Ideal for educators, historians, designers, travellers, and collectors, it pairs beautifully with the companion sectional sheets for a cohesive multi-panel U.S. display.

Hang it in studios, libraries, classrooms, museums, offices, or at home to invite reflection, study, and conversation.

Premium Materials & Finishes

We treat history with the respect it deserves. That’s why we offer multiple formats, each produced using high-quality materials and modern archival printing.

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival-grade paper.
Smooth matte finish reduces glare and preserves fine linework and labels.
Ideal for framing under glass—clean, timeless, and built to last.

💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate using true thermal bonding—not just surface lamination.
Moisture-resistant, wipe-clean surface—perfect for classrooms and high-traffic reference spaces.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with a fitted hanging cord—ready to display. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on heavyweight 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas for rich texture and exceptional strength.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks deliver deep tone and crisp typography that endure for generations.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered to enhance the grain; top cord for effortless hanging—elegant in any setting. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

Specifications

Why Choose This Map

✔ Era-True Snapshot: The South Central states as charted in 1947—from Gulf lowlands to high plains.
✔ Series Cohesion: Built to complement the other National Geographic sectional sheets.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Strong wall presence with genuine reference value.
✔ Clarity at Scale: Crisp labels and fine linework read beautifully near or far.
✔ Archival Craft: Premium substrates and inks preserve contrast, labels, and linework for decades.

Our Commitment

We believe that preserving history is as important as telling it. Every map is printed locally in Australia using state-of-the-art technology, carefully checked by hand, and packed with care. From the moment it leaves our workshop to the day it hangs on your wall, we ensure quality you can trust and a legacy you’ll be proud to share.

Bring the heart of the Gulf and the plains to your wall. Order the South Central United States (1947) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.