Original 1942 “Official Map of the City of Tampa, Florida and Vicinity” issued by the First National Bank of Tampa. This large folding promotional city map highlights Tampa’s street layout along with transportation routes and major landmarks during the early World War II era.
The brochure includes photographs of notable local attractions such as Bayshore Drive, Dupree Gardens, the University of Tampa, and the Gasparilla Water Parade. Interior panels provide detailed visitor information including places of interest, nearby Florida destinations, and Tampa’s neighboring communities.
The reverse unfolds to reveal a large detailed street map of Tampa, identifying neighborhoods such as Ybor City, Palma Ceia, Hyde Park, and Davis Islands, along with streetcar lines, bus routes, and transit lines operating in the city at the time.
Printed by MacDonald Printing Co., Tampa and copyrighted 1942, the map captures Tampa during its rapid wartime growth and remains a fascinating snapshot of the city’s transportation network and urban development.
A desirable piece of Florida and
Tampa ephemera appealing to collectors of historic city maps, streetcar transportation, and Florida travel memorabilia.
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