United States Washington to Boston - Published 1962 by National Geographic

United States: Washington to Boston — National Geographic Wall Map (1962)

The nation’s historic corridor—capitals, harbours, and post roads—captured in crisp mid-century detail. Published in August 1962, this Washington to Boston sheet spans the northeastern seaboard and includes finely drawn inset city plans of Washington, D.C.; Baltimore; Philadelphia; New York; and Boston. Issued alongside the features “The Old Boston Post Roads” and “The Post Road Today,” it’s made to command a wall and reward close study.

More Than a Map – A Testament to the Corridor

This isn’t just wall art—it’s a frame for understanding the Northeast’s backbone: colonial post routes evolving into modern arterials, coastlines and rivers, state boundaries, and dense urban fabrics rendered with legible, elegant cartography. Ideal for educators, historians, travelers, designers, and collectors, it pairs beautifully with other National Geographic U.S. regional sheets.

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

Premium Materials & Finishes

We treat cartography 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 small labels.
Perfect 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—ideal for classrooms and high-traffic spaces.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with a fitted hanging cord for a polished, ready-to-hang presentation—no frame required. (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 wood grain and protect against wear; 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 1962 Northeast corridor with five detailed city insets.
✔ Decorative & Practical: A striking wall piece that doubles as a planning reference.
✔ Legible at Any Distance: Clean labeling rewards both room-distance viewing and close inspection.
✔ Archival Craft: Premium substrates and inks preserve contrast, labels, and linework for decades.

Our Commitment

We believe that preserving place is as important as exploring 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.

Trace the nation’s historic spine—order the United States: Washington to Boston Wall Map (1962) and turn your space into a conversation.