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Northeastern United States - Published 1959 by National Geographic

Name: Northeastern United States - Published 1959 by National Geographic
Brand: National Geographic Maps
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Historical Regional Map | Great Lakes, Transport & Waterways | Wall Format (633 × 480 mm) | Premium Finishes

A beautifully detailed mid-century map of America’s industrial and maritime heart, Northeastern United States captures a region defined by waterways, cities, and movement. Published by National Geographic in April 1959 to accompany the feature article “New Era on the Great Lakes,” this map forms part of a six-sheet series documenting the United States during a period of rapid modernisation.

From the inland seas of the Great Lakes to the forests of northern Maine, it offers a precise and engaging view of a region shaped by water, trade, and connection.

Why This Map Stands Out

A Great Lakes focus
Highlights one of the world’s most important freshwater systems.

Mid-century National Geographic style
Clear, elegant cartography from a golden era of mapmaking.

Transport and infrastructure detail
Includes ferry routes, canals, and navigation systems.

Part of a six-map U.S. series
A coordinated set published between 1958 and 1961.

A refined collector’s piece
Ideal for heritage interiors and map collections.

🗺️ What the Map Shows

The Northeastern United States and Great Lakes region
Major lakes including Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, Lake Erie, and Lake Ontario
Waterway systems including locks, canals, and shipping routes
Auto ferry routes connecting key points across the lakes
An inset map of Maine (northern region)
Cities, towns, and transport networks
Notes on Great Lakes water levels and navigation systems

📐 Size & Format

633 mm (W) × 480 mm (H)
Landscape orientation

A practical and display-friendly format ideal for:

Framed historical collections
Home offices and studies
Libraries and educational settings
Interiors with a maritime or industrial theme

✨ Premium Finishes

Format	Description
📜 Paper (160 gsm)	Heavyweight matte-coated paper—ideal for framing. Preserves fine cartographic detail.
🧼 Laminated (Encapsulated)	Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate. Durable and protective for long-term display.
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails	Laminated map mounted with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord—ready to display.
🖼️ Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)	Printed with archival pigment inks. Adds depth and a refined presentation finish.
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails	Canvas paired with timber rails for a gallery-style display.

🔨 Please allow up to 10 working days for professionally mounted hang-railed finishes.

📊 Specifications

Feature	Detail
Title	Northeastern United States
Publisher	National Geographic
Published	1959
Scale	1:2,851,200
Dimensions	633 mm × 480 mm
Orientation	Landscape
Map Type	Historical / Regional
Coverage	Northeastern USA & Great Lakes Region
Collections	USA, Historical, Regional
Materials	160 gsm matte paper / 2 × 80-micron laminate / 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas
Printing	Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks
Origin	Printed in Australia

🎯 Ideal For

Collectors of mid-century National Geographic maps
Enthusiasts of Great Lakes and U.S. regional geography
Students of transport, waterways, and industrial history
Interiors seeking a classic, maritime-inspired display piece
Gift buyers looking for a timeless and educational map

🌊 A Region Shaped by Water

The Northeastern United States has long been defined by:

The vast inland seas of the Great Lakes
Shipping routes connecting the heartland to the Atlantic
Cities built on trade, industry, and access to water
Infrastructure that reshaped movement and commerce

This map captures that moment—offering a clear and compelling view of a region where waterways and industry shaped a modern nation.

🤝 Our Commitment

Printed in Australia using archival-quality production
Faithfully reproduced to preserve original colour and detail
Premium materials selected for durability and longevity
Each map is hand-checked before dispatch
Carefully packaged for safe delivery

🚚 Delivery

Paper, Laminated, Canvas (rolled): Dispatch within 1–2 business days
Hang-Railed Maps: Made to order—allow up to 10 working days
Packaging: Securely rolled in protective tubing

Own a piece of America’s industrial and maritime story—
a map that brings the Northeastern United States into timeless focus.

👉 Order now and complete your mid-century U.S. map series.

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