This beautifully detailed map of Mossville, Illinois was created in 2026 using aerial imagery combined with modern topographical, census, street and landmark data. It’s a one-of-a-kind view of Mossville that combines accurate data with a vintage aesthetic. The map shows every building in its true location, many of the roads carry their names, and the shaded topographic relief shows the shape of the land.
Explore an aerial view of Mossville, Illinois
On the map you’ll find Altorfer Tract, along with North Galena Road, East Sherman Street, North Moss Street, East Wolcott Street, Scott Street, East Mossville Road, North State Street, Wheaton Street, Washington Street, Farnum Street, North Dale Street, and more. If you look closely you can even find your house accurately drawn in its correct location. Zoom in on the preview to look for yours.
Did You Know?
Mossville was laid out about 1854 as a way station on the new railroad. It was named for William S. Moss, one of the owners of the land. Moss lived in Peoria, where he ran one of the leading distilleries. In 1859 he moved to California, made a fortune and died there in 1882. That’s from the 1901 Historical Encyclopedia of Illinois.
Take a closer look at the Mossville map
Names on this map
These names are printed on this map.
Places: Altorfer Tract.
Streets and roads: North Galena Road, East Sherman Street, North Moss Street, East Wolcott Street, Scott Street, East Mossville Road, North State Street, Wheaton Street, Washington Street, Farnum Street, North Dale Street, Mac Dina Lane.
More street names, A to Z
Durant Street, East Grant Street, East Scott Street, Farnum, Grant Street, Krause Lane, Moss Street.
See it on a wall
The Mossville map as a framed print. Swipe for more.
This beautifully detailed map of Mossville makes an attractive addition to your office, library, or den, and it can even be used to teach children the geography and history of the area. It also makes a great gift for someone who left Mossville and still calls it home. When you’re done exploring, click here to get your copy of the Mossville map.
