This beautifully detailed map of Amherst, Virginia was created in 2026 using aerial imagery combined with modern topographical, census, street and landmark data. It's a modern aerial view of Amherst in Amherst County, Virginia, that combines modern data with a vintage aesthetic. The roads feature printed names, and if you look closely you can find your exact house accurately shown in its correct location.
Explore an aerial view of Amherst, Virginia
On this map you'll find Amherst Cemetery, East Lexington Avenue, South Main Street, North Main Street, South Amherst Highway, North Amherst Highway, Richmond Highway, Lexington Turnpike, Waugh's Ferry Road, T-1101, Waughs Ferry Road, T-659, and more. Each red shape is a building, so zoom in on the preview and look for yours.
Every town has a first chapter, and Amherst is no exception. The record at vcris.dhr.virginia.gov puts it this way: "Braving the dangerous river, Frank Padget, an enslaved boatman, skillfully led a crew of five rescuers who successfully saved dozens of the stranded passengers."
Amherst is a town in Amherst County. The Census Bureau counted 2,110 people here in 2020.
Take a closer look at the Amherst map
Created by KNOWOL in 2026. The buildings are small red shapes, the roads carry their printed names, and shaded relief shows the shape of the land. The title panel reads "AERIAL VIEW OF AMHERST VIRGINIA".
Hang it in the hallway, the office or the cabin, or give it to someone who left Amherst and still calls it home. Open the preview and look for a street you know. See sizes and frames for the Amherst map.
