Vintage Maps

Beautifully Restored Map of Des Moines, Iowa from 1868

Explore the streets and landmarks of Des Moines as they appeared in 1868. This meticulously restored map by A. Ruger showcases the city's early development, including the Capitol, schools, churches, and transportation hubs.

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Albert Ruger’s Legacy: Capturing the Growth of 19th-Century American Cities

Born in 1829 in Prussia, Albert Ruger emigrated to the United States and transformed his career from a mason to a pivotal figure in…

Iowa

Restored Vintage Map of Decorah, Iowa from 1870

This vintage map of Decorah, Iowa was created in 1870 and has been lovingly restored by KNOWOL. Click to zoom in on a high resolution version and purchase reproductions.

New Mexico

New Mexico Like Never Before: 1939 Map Brings History to Life with a Laugh

Rediscover the charm of the Southwest with this playful 1939 Cartoon Map of New Mexico. Perfect for locals who love a side of humor with their history!

Texas

Map of Texas and Loyal Colonies, AKA the United States, 1960s

The historic map of Texas is a nostalgic and humorous representation of the state created in the 1960's. The map depicts Texas as the…

Missouri

Vintage Map of Columbia, Missouri from 1869

Historic bird's eye view of Columbia, Missouri from 1869

Connecticut

Vintage Property Map of Easton, Connecticut from 1867

This vintage landowners map of Easton, Connecticut was created in 1867 by Frederick W. Beers. a prominent 19th century map maker. Beers was a prominent American map maker and publisher during the 19th century. He began his career as a civil engineer and surveyor, and later established the firm of F.W. Beers, A.D. Ellis & Co. in 1866.

Minnesota

Vintage Map of Rochester, Minnesota from 1869

Historic Rochester landmarks on the map include Bear Creek, Lumbro River, Rochester Railroad Depot, Public School, Court House, and Baptist, Congregational, Episcopal, Methodist, German Methodist, Presbyteria, Universalist, and Roman Catholic Churches.

Massachusetts

Vintage Map of Beverly, Massachusetts from 1886

Florida

Vintage Map of Florida, a one page history dedicated to Old Timers, 1951

Some vintage maps show roads and borders. Others tell a story. This 1951 pictorial map of Florida, titled A Pictorial Chart of Romantic Florida…

Illinois

Historic bird’s eye view of Belleville, Illinois in 1867

Historic bird's eye view of Belleville, Illinois from 1867

Wyoming

Whimsical Paint-Brush Map of Wyoming from 1938

Historic Wyoming landmarks on the map include Kaycee, Gillette, Big Horn Mountains, Dinosaur Beds, Cody, Jackson, Yellowstone, and more.

Georgia

Vintage Map of Atlanta, Georgia from 1871

Vintage bird's eye view map of Atlanta, Georgia from 1871

Wisconsin

Beautifully restored map of Plymouth, Wisconsin from 1870

Historic bird's eye view of Plymouth, Wisconsin from 1870

Montana

Beautifully detailed map of Billings, Montana from 1904

Historic bird's eye view of Billings, Montana in 1904

Massachusetts

Beautifully restored map of Westford, MA from 1886

Historic bird's eye view of Westford, Massachusetts from 1886

Connecticut

Vintage hand-colored map of Connecticut from 1857

This beautiful hand drawn map of Connecticut was created in 1857 by Laura Roys, a student who attended Hartford Female Seminary, an all-female academy in Hartford, Connecticut. The map is beautifully colored, with shades of blue, orange, red, pink, yellow, and violet adorning the border of each city and town.