Compiled by the National Mapping Office, Department of the Interior, Canberra
Size: 680 mm (W) x 950 mm (H)
🗺️ A historically rich topographic map of the Australian Capital Territory and its surrounding regions, captured with exquisite hill shading and mid-century precision.

📜 A Landmark Map of the Capital in 1952

This beautifully detailed topographic map of the ACT and Environs, first published in 1952, was compiled and drawn by the National Mapping Office—a division of the Department of the Interior based in Canberra. With its expertly rendered hill shading, this map provides a striking visual of the region's terrain as it was in the early days of Canberra’s development as Australia's political heart.

Capturing the natural contours, built environment, and landscape patterns of the Australian Capital Territory and surrounding areas, this map is a powerful historical document—ideal for historians, educators, and anyone passionate about Australian cartography or the evolution of our capital city.

🌄 Map Features

• 🏞️ Topographic detail with fine hill shading for accurate terrain representation

• 🏛️ Shows Canberra in its early post-war development phase

• 📍 Labels key roads, rivers, ridgelines, and settlements

• 🧭 Features surrounding regions including Queanbeyan, Yass, and parts of NSW

• 🖋️ A vintage aesthetic created by the National Mapping Office in 1952

• 🎓 Ideal for history classrooms, cartographic collectors, and capital region enthusiasts

🖨️ Available in Three Archival-Quality Finishes

Each format is designed for longevity and professional presentation:

📄 160gsm Matte Art Paper

• Ideal for custom framing

• Smooth, glare-free finish

• Classic and lightweight

💧 Laminated – 80 Micron Gloss Encapsulation

• Encapsulated front and back with durable 80-micron gloss laminate

• Tear-resistant, moisture-resistant, and wipeable

• Perfect for offices, classrooms, and frequent handling

🖼️ 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas

• Printed on heavyweight 395gsm cotton-blend canvas

• Pigment-based archival inks for outstanding fade resistance

• Textured matte finish for a sophisticated display

• Available with optional timber hang rails for a classic, gallery-style presentation

⏳ Please allow 10 working days for hang rail assembly by our professional framer.

🪵 Optional Timber Hang Rails – Laminated & Canvas

Upgrade your map to a ready-to-hang piece:

• 🪵 Lacquered natural timber battens attached top and bottom

• 🧵 Includes a hanging cord on the top rail—just hook it on your wall

• 🖐️ Assembled by hand for a perfectly balanced, polished finish

📐 Specifications

🧳 Ideal For:

• 🧭 Map collectors and history enthusiasts

• 🏫 Educators and students studying Canberra’s urban development

• 🏛️ Government offices or institutions based in the ACT

• 🖼️ Interior design with an Australian historical or vintage theme

• 🎁 Thoughtful gifts for Canberrans, surveyors, or geography lovers

🇦🇺 Proudly Made in Australia

This map is professionally printed and assembled in Australia using archival-quality materials. From its subtle hill shading to its cartographic heritage, it’s a stunning reminder of how the ACT took shape in the mid-20th century.

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• Paper – Ready to frame

• Laminated – Long-lasting and practical

• Canvas – A premium finish with optional timber hang rails

A timeless portrait of Australia’s capital in its formative years—historic, beautiful, and ready to display.