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Map of Rossland

Map showing the close proximity of Red Mountain (northwest) to the Rossland townsite. Monte Cristo Mountain (northeast), and Deer Park Mountain (southwest) are also shown. Multiple mine claims are shown on the mountains.

A2020.000.311 Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre Collection

Modern map representing early Rossland.

Rossland was named for Ross Thompson, the founder of the townsite. Initially, he wanted to call it Thompson, but the postal authorities rejected this name because there were nearby towns with similar names. Therefore, he and his business partners chose Rossland instead.