Historical Maps of Shelby County

Journey back in time with 203 historical maps of Shelby County, dating from 1889 to present day. Explore and discover the history of Shelby County through detailed topographic maps, featuring cities, landmarks, and geographical changes. Dive deeper into each map with our interactive high-resolution viewer and extensive library data. Every map in our collection is also available for purchase as a framed or unframed museum-quality print for those interested interested in bringing a part of history into their home. Begin your historical adventure now!
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  1. 1889 Map of Birmingham
    1889 Map of Birmingham
    1889 Birmingham Map
    Shelby County, AL
    1889 print
    1:125000 scale
  2. 1889 Map of Springville
    1889 Map of Springville
    1889 Springville Map
    Shelby County, AL
    1889 print
    1:125000 scale
  3. 1890 Map of Bessemer
    1890 Map of Bessemer
    1890 Bessemer Map
    Shelby County, AL
    1890 print
    1:125000 scale
  4. 1890 Map of Talladega
    1890 Map of Talladega
    1890 Talladega Map
    Shelby County, AL
    1890 print
    1:125000 scale
  5. 1892 Map of Bessemer
    1892 Map of Bessemer
    1892 Bessemer Map
    Shelby County, AL
    1892 print
    1:125000 scale
  6. 1892 Map of Bessemer, 1900 Print
    1892 Map of Bessemer, 1900 Print
    1892 Bessemer Map
    Shelby County, AL
    1900 print
    1:125000 scale
  7. 1892 Map of Birmingham
    1892 Map of Birmingham
    1892 Birmingham Map
    Shelby County, AL
    1892 print
    1:125000 scale
  8. 1892 Map of Springville
    1892 Map of Springville
    1892 Springville Map
    Shelby County, AL
    1892 print
    1:125000 scale
  9. 1892 Map of Springville, 1900 Print
    1892 Map of Springville, 1900 Print
    1892 Springville Map
    Shelby County, AL
    1900 print
    1:125000 scale
  10. 1892 Map of Springville, 1903 Print
    1892 Map of Springville, 1903 Print
    1892 Springville Map
    Shelby County, AL
    1903 print
    1:125000 scale
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Frequently asked questions about Shelby County historical maps

  • Can I purchase a physical print of a historical map of Shelby County?

    Yes! Every map in our collection can be purchased as a museum-quality print that we meticulously lay out by hand to ensure the highest quality final product. We offer a variety of sizes and prints can be either framed or unframed. Explore purchase options by clicking the "Buy Print" button on any map page.

  • Why are historical maps of Shelby County important for research and professional purposes?

    Historical maps of Shelby County offer a unique perspective on an area's past, making them invaluable for environmental consultants, surveyors, legal professionals, geneologists, historians, and hobbyists alike. They are used in environmental site assessments, lot line research, and land dispute resolution.

  • What types of historical maps are available for Shelby County?

    Our diverse collection includes detailed topographic maps from the United States Geological Survey's Historical Topographic Map Collection as well as from a variety of public and private collections we've sourced, each providing a unique glimpse into Shelby County's past. We'll soon begin to offer historical aerial images as well.

  • What advanced features do you offer for professional use?

    We offer advanced features including 3D terrain visualization, georeferencing, customizeable base maps, multi-layering capabilities, and annotation tools. These features allow for in-depth analysis, customization, and report building utilizing our historical map collection.

  • How can I find a specific historical map of Shelby County?

    Our platform has over 185,000 fully digitized and interactive maps, and 203 maps available specifically for Shelby County. You can easily filter and search by address, place, date, scale, or landmark to find the specific map they need, or browse our collection by city, county, and state.

  • How can I contribute a historical map of Shelby County that's not in your collection?

    We welcome contributions! If you have a map that isn't in our collection, reach out to us at hello@pastmaps.com. We can assist with digitizing individual maps or entire collections.

  • What is the oldest map of Shelby County in your collection?

    The oldest map of Shelby County in our collection is from 1889.

  • How can I download a map of Shelby County?

    Every map in our collection can be freely downloaded as a high-resolution GeoTIFF or GeoPDF file. You can use this file with mapping software or print it out for personal use.