Historical Maps of Los Angeles

1. 1894 Map of Los Angeles

   

   1894 Los Angeles

   1894 Print · USGS

   Covers portions of Los Angeles, including California, and others.

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2. 1894 Map of Los Angeles

   

   1894 Los Angeles

   1894 Print · USGS

   Covers portions of Los Angeles, including California, and others.

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3. 1896 Map of Santa Monica

   

   1896 Santa Monica

   1896 Print · USGS

   Covers portions of Los Angeles, including Santa Monica, and others.

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4. 1898 Map of Santa Monica

   

   1898 Santa Monica

   1898 Print · USGS

   Covers portions of Los Angeles, including Santa Monica, and others.

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5. 1900 Map of Los Angeles

   

   1900 Los Angeles

   1900 Print · USGS

   Covers portions of Los Angeles, including California, and others.

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6. 1900 Map of Los Angeles

   

   1900 Los Angeles

   1900 Print · USGS

   Covers portions of Los Angeles, including California, and others.

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7. 1900 Map of Los Angeles, 1904 Print

   

   1900 Los Angeles

   1904 Print · USGS

   Covers portions of Los Angeles, including California, and others.

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8. 1900 Map of Los Angeles, 1904 Print

   

   1900 Los Angeles

   1904 Print · USGS

   Covers portions of Los Angeles, including California, and others.

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9. 1900 Map of Los Angeles, 1908 Print

   

   1900 Los Angeles

   1908 Print · USGS

   Covers portions of Los Angeles, including California, and others.

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10. 1900 Map of Los Angeles, 1908 Print

    

    1900 Los Angeles

    1908 Print · USGS

    Covers portions of Los Angeles, including California, and others.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I purchase a physical print of a historical map of Los Angeles?
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 Los Angeles important for research and professional purposes?
Historical maps of Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?
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 Los Angeles'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 Los Angeles?
Our platform has over 185,000 fully digitized and interactive maps, and 62 maps available specifically for Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles in your collection?
The oldest map of Los Angeles in our collection is from 1894.
How can I download a map of Los Angeles?
Every map in our collection can be downloaded for a small fee as a high-resolution GeoTIFF or GeoPDF file. You can use this file with mapping software or print it out for personal use. Simply click the "Download" button on any map page.