Old Maps of New Union, Alabama for Academic Research

Study the evolution of New Union with 43 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.

  • Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
  • Ideal for environmental or urban studies: Support academic projects with primary historical map data.
  • Use in the classroom or lab: Educators and researchers rely on these maps to bring historical context to life.

These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how New Union has changed over the decades.


New Union, AL maps

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  1. 1885 Map of Gadsden
    1885 Map of Gadsden
    1885 Gadsden
    1885 Print · USGS
    Northeast Alabama in the mid-1880s was a landscape of river-side landings and emerging rail towns. Genealogists and historians can trace the early foundations of Guntersville and Gadsden while locating rural landmarks like Hillian Store, Cottonville, and Law Landing.

  2. 1888 Map of Gadsden
    1888 Map of Gadsden
    1888 Gadsden
    1888 Print · USGS
    North Alabama's river valleys and plateau lands are captured here in the late nineteenth century as the region transitioned from river landings to rail transport. Researchers can locate early post offices and commerce centers like Hillian's Store, Guntersville, and the ferry at Ft Deposit.

  3. 1892 Map of Gadsden
    1892 Map of Gadsden
    1892 Gadsden
    1892 Print · USGS
    North Alabama's river-and-rail economy is captured here in the late nineteenth century as Guntersville and Gadsden emerge as regional hubs. Genealogists and historians can trace the routes of the Birmingham Mineral R. R. or locate old community centers like Cottonville and Mt Zion.

  4. 1895 Map of Gadsden
    1895 Map of Gadsden
    1895 Gadsden
    1895 Print · USGS
    Northeast Alabama at the close of the century was a landscape of river landings and mountain gaps where the Tennessee River met growing rail hubs. Genealogists can trace family holdings near Hillian Store, Cottonville, and the remote heights of Lookout Mountain.

  5. 1903 Map of Gadsden
    1903 Map of Gadsden
    1903 Gadsden
    1903 Print · USGS
    Northern Alabama in the late nineteenth century centers on the busy Tennessee River corridor and its surrounding ridges. Trace old family sites and transport hubs like Hillian Store, Lovelace Landing, and the Mt Zion church.
    4 unique versions available

  6. 1936 Map of Mountainboro
    1936 Map of Mountainboro
    1936 Mountainboro
    1936 Print · USGS
    The Marshall and Etowah County borderlands are captured here in the mid-1930s, defined by the crossing of the Old Cherokee Boundary. You can trace the rural infrastructure of the day, from the Bethsaida Sch to the Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis railroad.

  7. 1936 Map of High Point
    1936 Map of High Point
    1936 High Point
    1936 Print · USGS
    Marshall County's upland plateau is captured in the mid-1930s during a period of significant Tennessee Valley Authority activity. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Hyatt, High Point, and the Rock Spring Ch along the heights of Sand Mountain.

  8. 1956 Map of Gadsden, 1966 Print
    1956 Map of Gadsden, 1966 Print
    1956 Gadsden
    1966 Print · USGS
    North Alabama in the mid-1950s shows a region transformed by river engineering and federal industry. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of the Tennessee Valley through the growth of Huntsville, the sprawling Redstone Arsenal, and the expansive Guntersville Lake.
    3 unique versions available

  9. 1958 Map of Gadsden
    1958 Map of Gadsden
    1958 Gadsden
    1958 Print · USGS
    North Alabama comes alive in the late 1950s as the Tennessee Valley Authority’s massive river projects and the rise of the space industry reshaped the landscape. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of Huntsville, Redstone Arsenal, and the riverside rail networks of the Southern railroad.

  10. 1958 Map of Boaz, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Boaz, 1960 Print
    1958 Boaz
    1960 Print · USGS
    Boaz and the surrounding plateau of Sand Mountain are captured here in the late fifties as the regional economy transitioned between agriculture and local industry. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Snead College, Upton Cem, and the path of the Old Jackson Trail.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1958 Map of Altoona, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Altoona, 1960 Print
    1958 Altoona
    1960 Print · USGS
    The northern Alabama mountain-and-valley landscape comes into focus here in the late fifties, showcasing the mining and rail activity surrounding Altoona. Genealogists and local historians can locate many family-named landmarks, including the Robbins Cemetery, Snead Chapel, and the Thompson Bridge.
    3 unique versions available

  12. 1958 Map of Douglas, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Douglas, 1960 Print
    1958 Douglas
    1960 Print · USGS
    Northeast Alabama's rural plateau comes into focus in this late 1950s survey of the crossroads around Douglas. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through numerous sites like Liberty Hill Sch & Cem, Wesley Chapel, and Horton.
    3 unique versions available

  13. 1959 Map of Howelton, 1961 Print
    1959 Map of Howelton, 1961 Print
    1959 Howelton
    1961 Print · USGS
    Etowah and Blount counties are shown in the late 1950s, revealing a landscape of ridge-and-valley settlements. Researchers can trace the Louisville and Nashville rail corridor and find local landmarks like Howelton Cem and Egypt.
    2 unique versions available

  14. 1960 Map of Gadsden
    1960 Map of Gadsden
    1960 Gadsden
    1960 Print · USGS
    Northern Alabama in the mid-1950s is defined by the mighty Tennessee River and its massive reservoirs. Trace the development of Huntsville and Redstone Arsenal or explore the vast William B Bankhead National Forest.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1963 Map of Gadsden
    1963 Map of Gadsden
    1963 Gadsden
    1963 Print · USGS
    Northern Alabama underwent a dramatic mid-century transformation as the Tennessee Valley became a hub for defense and industry. Researchers can trace the development of the Redstone Arsenal, the route of the Natchez Trace Parkway, and long-standing rail lines like the Southern Railway.

  16. 1975 Map of Douglas, 1977 Print
    1975 Map of Douglas, 1977 Print
    1975 Douglas
    1977 Print · USGS
    Northern Alabama in the mid-seventies is captured here through detailed aerial imagery of the Marshall County countryside. Genealogists and local historians can trace field boundaries and home sites around the settlements of Douglas, Horton, and Hyatt.

  17. 1975 Map of Altoona, 1977 Print
    1975 Map of Altoona, 1977 Print
    1975 Altoona
    1977 Print · USGS
    North Alabama's rural landscape comes into focus in the mid-1970s through this aerial orthophotomap of Etowah County. Researchers can trace the development of small communities like Altoona, Walnut Grove, and Snead against the backdrop of local timber and farm land.
    2 unique versions available

  18. 1976 Map of Boaz, 1977 Print
    1976 Map of Boaz, 1977 Print
    1976 Boaz
    1977 Print · USGS
    Boaz and Albertville were thriving railroad and educational centers on Sand Mountain in the mid-seventies. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Snead College, Murphree Crossroads, and the historic Old Mt Vernon Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  19. 1984 Map of Guntersville, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Guntersville, 1985 Print
    1984 Guntersville
    1985 Print · USGS
    Northern Alabama at the start of the eighties shows a landscape shaped by massive TVA impoundments and a robust rail network. Genealogists and historians can trace family land across Brindley Mountain or near old rail stops on the Louisville and Nashville RR and Southern Ry.
    2 unique versions available

  20. 2011 Map of Howelton, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Howelton, 2011 Print
    2011 Howelton
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers New Union, including Attalla, Ivalee, and other nearby areas

  21. 2011 Map of Boaz, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Boaz, 2011 Print
    2011 Boaz
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers New Union, including Albertville, Boaz, and other nearby areas

  22. 2011 Map of Douglas, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Douglas, 2011 Print
    2011 Douglas
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers New Union, including Albertville, Douglas, and other nearby areas

  23. 2011 Map of Altoona, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Altoona, 2011 Print
    2011 Altoona
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers New Union, including Snead, Altoona, and other nearby areas

  24. 2014 Map of Douglas, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Douglas, 2014 Print
    2014 Douglas
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers New Union, including Albertville, Douglas, and other nearby areas

  25. 2014 Map of Howelton, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Howelton, 2014 Print
    2014 Howelton
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers New Union, including Attalla, Ivalee, and other nearby areas

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