Northwestern United States & Canada Wall Map - Published 1941 by National Geographic

Cascades, Rockies & Explorer Routes — Northwestern United States & Canada Wall Map (1941)

A snapshot of the Pacific Northwest at mid-century, rendered with clarity and restraint. Published by National Geographic in June 1941, this regional sheet focuses on Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming, plus the southern portions of British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan. Historical site notes, routes of explorers, and clean, legible cartography 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 guided tour of the Northwest’s mountains, rivers, and frontiers. Follow expedition tracks across the Cascades and Rockies, read margin notes that bring landmarks to life, and trace the cross-border geography that shaped trade and travel. Ideal for educators, historians, designers, travellers, and collectors, it pairs beautifully with other National Geographic sectional sheets for a cohesive multi-panel 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 cross-border Northwest as mapped in 1941—before many postwar changes.
✔ Explorer Context: Routes and dated notes illuminate exploration across mountains and river basins.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Strong wall presence with genuine reference value.
✔ Clarity at Scale: Crisp labels and balanced symbology 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 Pacific Northwest’s high country to your wall. Order the Northwestern United States & Canada (1941) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.