Historical Maps of Shelby County

Journey back in time with 203 historical maps of Shelby County, dating from 1889 to present day. Experience the captivating history of Shelby County through detailed topographic maps, featuring cities, landmarks, and geographical changes. Explore each map deeply with our interactive high-resolution viewer and extensive library data. Begin your historical adventure now!

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Shelby County maps (203)

  1. 1889 Map of Birmingham1889 Map of Birmingham
    1889 (1889 print)
    Birmingham Map
    Shelby County, AL
    Scale: 1:125000
  2. 1889 Map of Springville1889 Map of Springville
    1889 (1889 print)
    Springville Map
    Shelby County, AL
    Scale: 1:125000
  3. 1890 Map of Bessemer1890 Map of Bessemer
    1890 (1890 print)
    Bessemer Map
    Shelby County, AL
    Scale: 1:125000
  4. 1890 Map of Talladega1890 Map of Talladega
    1890 (1890 print)
    Talladega Map
    Shelby County, AL
    Scale: 1:125000
  5. 1892 Map of Bessemer1892 Map of Bessemer
    1892 (1892 print)
    Bessemer Map
    Shelby County, AL
    Scale: 1:125000
  6. 1892 Map of Bessemer, 1900 Print1892 Map of Bessemer, 1900 Print
    1892 (1900 print)
    Bessemer Map
    Shelby County, AL
    Scale: 1:125000
  7. 1892 Map of Birmingham1892 Map of Birmingham
    1892 (1892 print)
    Birmingham Map
    Shelby County, AL
    Scale: 1:125000
  8. 1892 Map of Springville1892 Map of Springville
    1892 (1892 print)
    Springville Map
    Shelby County, AL
    Scale: 1:125000
  9. 1892 Map of Springville, 1900 Print1892 Map of Springville, 1900 Print
    1892 (1900 print)
    Springville Map
    Shelby County, AL
    Scale: 1:125000
  10. 1892 Map of Springville, 1903 Print1892 Map of Springville, 1903 Print
    1892 (1903 print)
    Springville Map
    Shelby County, AL
    Scale: 1:125000
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Frequently asked questions about Shelby County historical maps

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

Historical maps of Shelby County offer a unique perspective on the area's past, making them invaluable for environmental consultants, surveyors, legal professionals, 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.

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. Users can easily filter and search by address, place, date, scale, or landmark to find the specific map they need.

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 or print 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. For information on purchasing a custom print, please contact us at hello@pastmaps.com.

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