Historical Maps of Alameda County

Journey back in time with 431 historical maps of Alameda County, dating from 1889 to present day. Explore and discover the history of Alameda 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 Alameda County, CA, 1939 Print
    1889 Map of Alameda County, CA, 1939 Print
    1889 Alameda County
    Includes Alameda County, CA, San Jose, CA, and others
    Originally titled "San Jose 1889"
    Published 1939
  2. 1889 Map of Alameda County, CA, 1946 Print
    1889 Map of Alameda County, CA, 1946 Print
    1889 Alameda County
    Includes Alameda County, CA, San Jose, CA, and others
    Originally titled "San Jose 1889"
    Published 1946
  3. 1892 Map of Alameda County, CA
    1892 Map of Alameda County, CA
    1892 Alameda County
    Originally titled "San Mateo 1892"
    Published 1892
  4. 1895 Map of Alameda County, CA
    1895 Map of Alameda County, CA
    1895 Alameda County
    Originally titled "San Francisco 1895"
    Published 1895
  5. 1896 Map of Alameda County, CA, 1964 Print
    1896 Map of Alameda County, CA, 1964 Print
    1896 Alameda County
    Originally titled "Mt. Diablo 1896"
    Published 1964
  6. 1896 Map of Alameda County, CA
    1896 Map of Alameda County, CA
    1896 Alameda County
    Originally titled "San Mateo 1896"
    Published 1896
  7. 1897 Map of Alameda County, CA
    1897 Map of Alameda County, CA
    1897 Alameda County
    Includes Alameda County, CA, Concord, CA, and others
    Originally titled "Concord 1897"
    Published 1897
  8. 1897 Map of Alameda County, CA, 1900 Print
    1897 Map of Alameda County, CA, 1900 Print
    1897 Alameda County
    Includes Alameda County, CA, Concord, CA, and others
    Originally titled "Concord 1897"
    Published 1900
  9. 1897 Map of Alameda County, CA, 1905 Print
    1897 Map of Alameda County, CA, 1905 Print
    1897 Alameda County
    Includes Alameda County, CA, Concord, CA, and others
    Originally titled "Concord 1897"
    Published 1905
  10. 1897 Map of Alameda County, CA, 1905 Print
    1897 Map of Alameda County, CA, 1905 Print
    1897 Alameda County
    Includes Alameda County, CA, Concord, CA, and others
    Originally titled "Concord 1897"
    Published 1905
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Frequently asked questions about Alameda County historical maps

  • Can I purchase a physical print of a historical map of Alameda 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 Alameda County important for research and professional purposes?

    Historical maps of Alameda 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 Alameda 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 Alameda 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 Alameda County?

    Our platform has over 185,000 fully digitized and interactive maps, and 431 maps available specifically for Alameda 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 Alameda 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 Alameda County in your collection?

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

  • How can I download a map of Alameda 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.