Ranges, Rivers & Cold War Markers — Northwestern United States Wall Map (1960)

A crisp portrait of the Pacific Northwest at the dawn of the space age. Published by National Geographic in April 1960 as part of a six-sheet sectional series (issued 1958–1961), this regional map brings Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming into sharp focus. In addition to clean, legible cartography, it notes intercontinental ballistic missile bases—a revealing detail from a tense Cold War moment. Made to study, admire, and display.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This isn’t just wall art—it’s the Northwest rendered at mid-century scale: mountain chains and basins, rivers and lakes, towns and transport corridors, plus strategic infrastructure that speaks to its 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 Northwest as mapped in 1960—complete with Cold War ICBM markers.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Strong wall presence with genuine reference value.
✔ Clarity at Scale: Crisp labels, fine linework, and balanced symbology read beautifully near or far.
✔ Series Cohesion: Complements the other National Geographic sectional sheets (1958–1961).
✔ 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 mid-century story to your wall. Order the Northwestern United States (1960) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.