Old Maps of Little Rock, Arkansas for Academic Research
Study the evolution of Little Rock with 51 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 Little Rock has changed over the decades.
Little Rock, AR maps
(51)- 1890 Map of Benton
1890 Benton1890 Print · USGSSaline and Pulaski counties are shown here in the late nineteenth century as the rail network began to reshape the river-valley economy. Genealogists and researchers can trace family roots through old settlements like Brazils and Avilla or locate landmarks like Goosepond Mt and Aplin. - 1891 Map of Little Rock
1891 Little Rock1891 Print · USGSLittle Rock and the central Arkansas river valley are shown in detail during the 1890s, when rail travel and river trade dominated the local economy. Genealogists can trace early homesteads and communities near Argenta, the Indian Mounds at Toltec, and Sweet Home. - 1893 Map of Little Rock
1893 Little Rock1893 Print · USGSLittle Rock and the Arkansas River valley are shown here in the early 1890s, just as the regional rail network was maturing. Genealogists can trace family roots through old settlements like Argenta, Shilcott, and Collegeville, or locate archaeological sites such as the Indian Mounds.5 unique versions available - 1894 Map of Benton
1894 Benton1894 Print · USGSCentral Arkansas in the late nineteenth century was a landscape of steep ridges and critical river crossings. Genealogists and researchers can trace the early rail corridor of the St. Louis Iron Mountain and Southern R. R. near Benton or locate family roots in Avilla and Brazils.5 unique versions available - 1935 Map of Little Rock
1935 Little Rock1935 Print · USGSLittle Rock and its southern outskirts are captured in the mid-thirties, showcasing a city defined by its railroads and quarrying industry. Genealogists can trace family footprints near Oakland Cem or the rural community of Geyer Springs, while identifying landmarks like the Old Penitentiary Site and Biddle Shops. - 1935 Map of Sweet Home
1935 Sweet Home1935 Print · USGSSoutheast of Little Rock during the mid-thirties, the river plain was defined by large-scale institutional farms and military camps. Genealogists can trace family connections at All Souls Rest Cem, St Stephens Cem, and the Union Industrial Agricultural College. - 1935 Map of North Little Rock
1935 North Little Rock1935 Print · USGSNorth Little Rock and the surrounding Pulaski County hills are captured here in the mid-1930s during a period of significant military and civic expansion. Local historians can trace the grounds of Camp Pike, find the historic St Josephs Orphanage, or locate family sites near Palestine Cem. - 1935 Map of Alexander
1935 Alexander1935 Print · USGSSaline and Pulaski counties come alive in this mid-1930s survey as the rail-and-creek network shaped local life. Researchers can trace family roots through numerous country landmarks including Sardis Sch, Salem Cem, and the State Girls Indust Home.2 unique versions available - 1941 Map of Alexander
1941 Alexander1941 Print · USGSIn the 1930s, the corridor between Pulaski and Saline County was a bustling landscape of rail lines and rural townships. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through numerous local landmarks, including the Dawson Sch, Vimy Ridge, and the Industrial Home.2 unique versions available - 1943 Map of Pinnacle Mtn, 1946 Print
1943 Pinnacle Mtn1946 Print · USGSPulaski County at the end of the war shows a landscape of river-bend settlements and rising ridges. Genealogists can trace family names at the Brimmette Cem and Pankey Cem or locate old school sites like Round Hill Sch. - 1944 Map of Alexander, 1946 Print
1944 Alexander1946 Print · USGSSouthwest of Little Rock during the mid-forties, this area reveals a landscape of institutional history and rural community life along the Missouri Pacific Road. Researchers can trace old property and family lines near Alexander Cem, Mabelvale, and the Salasco Sanitarium.2 unique versions available - 1944 Map of Little Rock, 1946 Print
1944 Little Rock1946 Print · USGSMid-century Little Rock and its southern rural outskirts are captured here during a period of industrial and residential expansion. Researchers can trace the legacy of local families through landmarks like Feltons Store, Longley Sch, and rural congregations at Primrose Ch.2 unique versions available - 1945 Map of Sweet Home, 1946 Print
1945 Sweet Home1946 Print · USGSThe southern outskirts of Little Rock and the river bottoms come alive in the mid-forties, showing a landscape of industry and community. Genealogists can trace family roots through College Station, Higgins, and Zion Wheel Ch or locate burials at Cornerstone Cem.3 unique versions available - 1954 Map of Sweet Home, 1957 Print
1954 Sweet Home1957 Print · USGSSoutheast of Little Rock in the mid-fifties, this area shows a landscape shaped by the Arkansas River and industrial growth. Researchers can find family-named locations such as College Station, trace the Missouri Pacific rail lines, and locate rural landmarks like Zion Hill Cemetery and Browns Gin. - 1954 Map of Little Rock, 1957 Print
1954 Little Rock1957 Print · USGSLittle Rock and its southern outskirts are captured here during a decade of postwar growth and industrial activity. Genealogists can locate family sites among several country churches like Life Line Church and historic burial grounds including Mt Holly Cemetery. - 1954 Map of Pinnacle Mountain, 1957 Print
1954 Pinnacle Mountain1957 Print · USGSThe foothills of the Ouachitas meet the Arkansas River mid-century, where industry and rural life intersect. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near the Maumelle Ordnance Works, Joe T Robinson School, and Natural Steps. - 1954 Map of Alexander, 1957 Print
1954 Alexander1957 Print · USGSThe borderlands of Pulaski and Saline counties are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape of small communities and institutional landmarks. Genealogists can locate family sites like the McDonald Cemetery or the Salasco Sanatorium near Collegeville. - 1954 Map of North Little Rock, 1975 Print
1954 North Little Rock1975 Print · USGSThe Arkansas state capital and its northern neighbor are captured here in the mid-fifties during a period of steady urban expansion and military activity. Researchers can trace the footprints of St Josephs Orphanage, the Owen pit mines, and the expansive Camp Joseph T Robinson. - 1955 Map of Little Rock, 1978 Print
1955 Little Rock1978 Print · USGSCentral Arkansas in the mid-fifties exhibits a landscape of growing cities, massive military installations, and mountain reservoirs. Genealogists and historians can trace the industrial Bauxite Mines, regional rail lines, and local landmarks like Antioch Church. - 1956 Map of Little Rock
1956 Little Rock1956 Print · USGSCentral Arkansas in the mid-fifties shows a landscape defined by burgeoning military bases and the timber-and-mineral wealth of the Ouachitas. Genealogists and researchers can trace old rail lines like the Missouri Pacific and find established communities such as Bauxite, Sheridan, and Mabelvale. - 1960 Map of Little Rock
1960 Little Rock1960 Print · USGSCentral Arkansas in the late fifties shows a landscape of growing military bases and massive new reservoirs. Local historians can trace the mid-century expansion of Little Rock and Hot Springs alongside the industrial works at Bauxite and the Pine Bluff Arsenal. - 1961 Map of North Little Rock, 1962 Print
1961 North Little Rock1962 Print · USGSThe riverfront and uplands of the Little Rock metro area are captured here in the early sixties, as suburban growth began to reach toward the hills. Genealogists and local historians can locate dozens of institutions, from St Josephs Orphanage and Shorter College to Palestine Cem.4 unique versions available - 1961 Map of Little Rock, 1962 Print
1961 Little Rock1962 Print · USGSLittle Rock and its southern suburbs are captured in the early sixties during a transformative era of growth and industrial activity. Genealogists and researchers can locate historic institutions like Central High Sch, trace the Missouri Pacific rail lines, or find family plots in Oakland Cemetery and Calvary Cemetery.3 unique versions available - 1961 Map of Alexander, 1962 Print
1961 Alexander1962 Print · USGSThe transition from rural Saline and Pulaski counties to suburban reach is evident here in the early 1960s. Genealogists can trace family names at Forest Hills Memorial Park, Mabelvale, and the Ida Mission Cem.4 unique versions available - 1961 Map of Pinnacle Mountain, 1962 Print
1961 Pinnacle Mountain1962 Print · USGSThe peaks of the Arkansas River Valley stand tall in the early sixties, as suburban growth reaches toward the river's edge. Researchers can trace family history at the Old Soldiers Cem, visit the County Prison Farm, or locate the Pumping Station near Natural Steps.4 unique versions available
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