Monroe County 📍

Monroe County, situated in western New York, encompasses a diverse blend of urban and suburban landscapes, offering a dynamic environment for residents and visitors alike. Anchored by the city of Rochester, the county boasts a rich cultural scene, educational institutions, and a strong economy. The county’s suburban areas provide a balance between city amenities and a quieter lifestyle. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the shores of Lake Ontario, numerous parks, and the historic Erie Canal. Monroe County’s thriving arts and entertainment scene includes theaters, museums, and festivals. With a mix of urban vibrancy and natural beauty, Monroe County offers a wide array of experiences, from bustling city life to outdoor adventures, making it a region that caters to a diverse range of interests.

🗺️ Maps 🖼️ Photos
Map: Severence Hill Trail

Rochester 1940

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A much smaller city back then. Notice the Rochester Subway on the map - existed between the mid-1920s and 1956, a light rail system in the bed of the Erie Canal. Part of it became Interstate 490 through Rochester.
Terrain Map: Light Pollution New York March 2024

General Motors Rochester Factory 🏭

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Home to the famous Quadrajet aka Rochester Carburetor and many other components for generations of General Motors cars from cigarettes lighters to emissions equipment. They are still around - for a while they were spun off as the Delphi Parts Corporation but now they are the General Motors Parts Corporation. If you drive a car by the General likely part of it was manufactured here. 
Map: Stammer Creek State Forest
Map: Green Mountain National Forest North

Plat Maps – City of Rochester 1888

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This is a mosaic of 37 scanned and georeferenced plat maps of the City of Rochester, NY, from 1888. Citation: Robinson's Atlas of the City of Rochester, Monroe County, New York, 1888.
SVGZ Graphic: The Rich Men North of Richmond (Median Household Income)