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Old Maps of Helena, Alabama for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Helena with 38 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 Helena has changed over the decades.

Helena, AL maps

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  1. 1890 Map of Bessemer
    1890 Map of Bessemer
    1890 Bessemer
    1890 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama emerges as an industrial powerhouse in the late nineteenth century as railroads weave through the ridges of Jefferson and Shelby counties. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprints of Bessemer, the iron operations at Sloss, and remote landmarks like Woods Ferry.
  4. 1892 Map of Bessemer
    1892 Map of Bessemer
    1892 Bessemer
    1892 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama was at its industrial peak in the late nineteenth century as railroads and iron mines transformed the ridges south of Birmingham. Genealogists and researchers can trace the early foundations of Bessemer, the operations at Smith Mine, and rural crossings like Nunley's Ford.
    2 unique versions available
  7. 1905 Map of Bessemer Iron District
    1905 Map of Bessemer Iron District
    1905 Bessemer Iron District
    1905 Print · USGS
    Jefferson County was at the peak of its iron-mining boom at the turn of the century, centered on the dense rail networks of Bessemer. Genealogists and industrial historians can trace old residential pockets like Wylam and Brighton alongside the Spaulding Mine and numerous rural river crossings.
    3 unique versions available
  10. 1907 Map of Bessemer Special
    1907 Map of Bessemer Special
    1907 Bessemer Special
    1907 Print · USGS
    Jefferson County industrial development is at its peak in the first decade of the century, centered on the heavy rail networks of the Jones Valley. Genealogists and historians can trace early community centers like Hopewell Church and Canaan Church alongside mining sites at Redding and Ware.
    4 unique versions available
  13. 1910 Map of Montevallo
    1910 Map of Montevallo
    1910 Montevallo
    1910 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama’s coal and iron corridor is captured here at a peak of industrial expansion. Researchers can trace the heritage of vanished mining camps and family landmarks from Boothon to the Bibb Furnace (RUINS) and Sessions Chapel.
    4 unique versions available
  16. 1953 Map of Birmingham, 1964 Print
    1953 Map of Birmingham, 1964 Print
    1953 Birmingham
    1964 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama at mid-century shows a landscape defined by industrial expansion and the iron-rich ridges surrounding Birmingham. Researchers can trace the extensive rail networks of the L & N RR or locate historic federal sites like the Anniston Ordnance Depot.
    4 unique versions available
  19. 1956 Map of Birmingham
    1956 Map of Birmingham
    1956 Birmingham
    1956 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama in the mid-fifties exhibits a landscape of growing cities and deep-rooted industrial corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of suburban Mountain Brook or locate regional hubs like Sylacauga and Jasper.
  22. 1957 Map of Birmingham
    1957 Map of Birmingham
    1957 Birmingham
    1957 Print · USGS
    North-Central Alabama in the mid-fifties is an industrial powerhouse centered on the steel valleys and sprawling iron ridges. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-linked growth of Birmingham and Tuscaloosa, or locate rural landmarks like Talladega College and the Anniston Ordnance Depot.
  25. 1959 Map of Greenwood, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Greenwood, 1960 Print
    1959 Greenwood
    1960 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama's industrial and rural landscape is captured here in the late fifties, showing the interplay between mining operations and family settlements. Genealogists can trace local roots at Sadlers Cem or Lacey's Chapel, while collectors will find interest in the Bessemer Airport and the region's complex rail network.
    5 unique versions available
  28. 1959 Map of Helena, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Helena, 1960 Print
    1959 Helena
    1960 Print · USGS
    Shelby County's ridge-and-valley landscape in the late fifties shows a region balanced between railroad industry and new growth. Genealogists and researchers can trace old family sites at Cumberland Cem, the location of Piney Grove Ch, and the grounds of Indian Springs Sch.
    7 unique versions available
  31. 1975 Map of Helena, 1977 Print
    1975 Map of Helena, 1977 Print
    1975 Helena
    1977 Print · USGS
    Shelby County emerges in the mid-seventies in this aerial survey, showing the landscape just as suburban growth began to take hold. Researchers can trace the original footprint of Helena and follow the winding course of the Cahaba River.
  34. 1975 Map of Greenwood, 1977 Print
    1975 Map of Greenwood, 1977 Print
    1975 Greenwood
    1977 Print · USGS
    Jefferson County residential and industrial clearings are captured during the mid-seventies in this detailed aerial orthophoto. Researchers can trace the development of Greenwood and Parkwood or follow the winding path of the Cahaba River.
  37. 1975 Map of Montevallo NW, 1977 Print
    1975 Map of Montevallo NW, 1977 Print
    1975 Montevallo NW
    1977 Print · USGS
    Shelby County emerges in clear aerial detail during the mid-seventies, showing the intersection of heavy industry and the winding Cahaba River. Genealogists and historians can trace old road alignments and early surface mining footprints near the river's edge.
  40. 1975 Map of Montevallo NE, 1977 Print
    1975 Map of Montevallo NE, 1977 Print
    1975 Montevallo NE
    1977 Print · USGS
    Shelby County enters a period of industrial and residential transition during the mid-seventies. Trace the development of Alabaster and the rural crossroads of Saginaw and Dogwood through detailed aerial imagery.
  43. 1979 Map of Pea Ridge, 1980 Print
    1979 Map of Pea Ridge, 1980 Print
    1979 Pea Ridge
    1980 Print · USGS
    The Cahaba River valley in the late seventies is captured here at a peak of industrial activity. Genealogists can trace family footprints through settlements like Sawmill Town and Boothton, or locate rural landmarks such as Antioch Ch and the Boothton Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  46. 1980 Map of Alabaster
    1980 Map of Alabaster
    1980 Alabaster
    1980 Print · USGS
    Shelby County at the start of the 1980s reveals a landscape of limestone mining and growing rural settlements along the rail lines. Researchers can trace family sites like Benton Cem, small communities at Elliotsville, and the Flying X Ranch Landing Strip.
    3 unique versions available
  49. 1984 Map of Birmingham South, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Birmingham South, 1985 Print
    1984 Birmingham South
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Birmingham metropolitan region and the Coosa River valley are shown here in the mid-eighties as suburban growth expanded south into the ridges. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of communities from Bessemer to Sylacauga alongside the Lay Lake shoreline and the Talladega National Forest.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1997 Map of Helena, 2001 Print
    1997 Map of Helena, 2001 Print
    1997 Helena
    2001 Print · USGS
    The Shelby County hills in the late nineties show a landscape of rapid growth along the Cababa River corridor. Researchers can trace the development of Helena and Pelham alongside local landmarks like Mars Hill Ch and the Scottrock Quarry.
  55. 2011 Map of Alabaster, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Alabaster, 2011 Print
    2011 Alabaster
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Helena, including Alabaster, Pelham, and other nearby areas
  58. 2011 Map of Pea Ridge, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Pea Ridge, 2011 Print
    2011 Pea Ridge
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Helena, including Alabaster, Pea Ridge, and other nearby areas
  61. 2011 Map of Helena, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Helena, 2011 Print
    2011 Helena
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Helena, including Hoover, Alabaster, and other nearby areas
  64. 2011 Map of Greenwood, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Greenwood, 2011 Print
    2011 Greenwood
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Helena, including Hoover, Bessemer, and other nearby areas
  67. 2014 Map of Pea Ridge, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Pea Ridge, 2014 Print
    2014 Pea Ridge
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Helena, including Alabaster, Pea Ridge, and other nearby areas
  70. 2014 Map of Helena, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Helena, 2014 Print
    2014 Helena
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Helena, including Hoover, Alabaster, and other nearby areas
  73. 2014 Map of Alabaster, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Alabaster, 2014 Print
    2014 Alabaster
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Helena, including Alabaster, Pelham, and other nearby areas
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