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Old Maps of Kensington Square, San Mateo County

Explore 31 old maps of Kensington Square, spanning from 1897 to today. These high-resolution historic maps reveal how streets, neighborhoods, landmarks, and natural features evolved over time — perfect for genealogy, metal detecting, research, and local history exploration.

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Kensington Square, San Mateo County maps

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  1. 1897 Map of Palo Alto
    1897 Map of Palo Alto
    1897 Palo Alto
    1897 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Peninsula and Santa Clara Valley emerge in the late nineteenth century as academic and rail hubs. Trace the early footprints of Stanford University, the primary line of the Southern Pacific RR, and the transition of old ranchos like La Purisima Concepcion.
  4. 1899 Map of Palo Alto
    1899 Map of Palo Alto
    1899 Palo Alto
    1899 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Peninsula was entering a period of rapid development in the 1890s as railroad towns began to flourish around the new Stanford University campus. You can trace early property lines across Pastoria de las Borregas or locate nineteenth-century landings like Cooley Landing and Jagel Landing.
    11 unique versions available
  7. 1902 Map of Santa Cruz
    1902 Map of Santa Cruz
    1902 Santa Cruz
    1902 Print · USGS
    Coastal California at the end of the Victorian era reveals a landscape of redwood forests, early university towns, and remote Pacific outposts. Genealogists and historians can trace the early rail corridors through Boulder Creek and Felton or locate coastal landmarks like Pigeon Point and Halfmoon Bay.
    9 unique versions available
  10. 1940 Map of Halfmoon Bay
    1940 Map of Halfmoon Bay
    1940 Halfmoon Bay
    1940 Print · USGS
    The San Mateo coast and Santa Cruz Mountains appear here in the early 1940s, balancing rural ranching with early oil exploration. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Bowman Ranch and old rural hubs including Pescadero and La Honda.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1941 Map of Palo Alto
    1941 Map of Palo Alto
    1941 Palo Alto
    1941 Print · USGS
    The Peninsula and Santa Clara Valley are seen here in the early 1940s, just as the region began its mid-century transformation. Researchers can trace the layout of Stanford University, the military grounds of Moffett Field, and local landmarks like Flood Park.
  16. 1943 Map of Palo Alto
    1943 Map of Palo Alto
    1943 Palo Alto
    1943 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Peninsula was still a region of orchards and academic outposts in the years following the Great Depression. Researchers can trace the development of early Silicon Valley through the Southern Pacific line and family landmarks like Duveneck Ranch and the Whisman Dist School.
  19. 1943 Map of Halfmoon Bay
    1943 Map of Halfmoon Bay
    1943 Halfmoon Bay
    1943 Print · USGS
    San Mateo County's coastline and mountain ridges appear here during the mid-war years, showcasing a landscape of rural schoolhouses and coastal hamlets. Trace family roots and local landmarks from the Pulgas Water Temple to old sites like Pescadero and Purisima Sch.
  22. 1947 Map of San Francisco, 1948 Print
    1947 Map of San Francisco, 1948 Print
    1947 San Francisco
    1948 Print · USGS
    The Bay Area in the late 1940s reveals a region transitioning from wartime intensity to post-war suburban growth. Trace the historic rail lines of the Southern Pacific RR or locate early military footprints at Fort Funston and Moffett Field.
  25. 1948 Map of San Francisco, 1951 Print
    1948 Map of San Francisco, 1951 Print
    1948 San Francisco
    1951 Print · USGS
    The Bay Area in the late 1940s reveals a landscape defined by rapid post-war growth and a heavy military presence at the Golden Gate. Trace the development of early trans-bay infrastructure like the Oakland-Bay Bridge and historic coastal defense sites such as Fort Funston and Alcatraz Island.
  28. 1948 Map of Palo Alto, 1956 Print
    1948 Map of Palo Alto, 1956 Print
    1948 Palo Alto
    1956 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Peninsula is captured here during its postwar transformation into a suburban and technological hub. Genealogists and local historians can trace early neighborhood boundaries near Stanford University, the sprawling Moffet Naval Air Station, and family landmarks like O'Neal Ranch.
  31. 1953 Map of Woodside, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Woodside, 1954 Print
    1953 Woodside
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Woodside hills and San Mateo ridges come into sharp focus in the early 1950s, showing a landscape of mountain schools and deep gulches. Genealogists and hikers can trace the Old Woodside Store, the high-altitude Sky Londa, and the historic Pulgas Water Temple.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1953 Map of Palo Alto, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Palo Alto, 1955 Print
    1953 Palo Alto
    1955 Print · USGS
    Mid-century development spreads across the San Francisco Peninsula in the 1950s, bridging the gap between historic ranchos and suburban growth. Genealogists and local historians can trace the footprint of Stanford University, locate old neighborhood schools like Selby Lane Sch, or follow the Southern Pacific rail line.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1955 Map of San Francisco
    1955 Map of San Francisco
    1955 San Francisco
    1955 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Bay Area and central coast are captured during the postwar boom as suburbs and infrastructure expanded rapidly. Trace the development of local communities and military installations like the Presidio and Fort Mason, or follow the Southern Pacific rail lines.
  40. 1956 Map of San Francisco
    1956 Map of San Francisco
    1956 San Francisco
    1956 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Bay Area is captured in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape of rapid post-war growth and massive military installations. Researchers can trace the sprawling rail lines of the Southern Pacific and locate historic sites like Stanford University or the Hunters Point Naval Shipyard.
    4 unique versions available
  43. 1957 Map of San Francisco
    1957 Map of San Francisco
    1957 San Francisco
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Bay Area in the mid-fifties reveals a rapidly growing metropolitan landscape connected by its iconic spans and rail networks. Researchers can trace the layout of military sites like the Presidio and the extent of the Southern Pacific and Western Pacific railroads.
  46. 1960 Map of San Francisco
    1960 Map of San Francisco
    1960 San Francisco
    1960 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Bay Area at the start of the sixties reveals a landscape of rapid expansion and critical infrastructure. Researchers can trace the development of East Bay communities like Russell City and Mt Eden or locate early rural landmarks like Alpine School.
  49. 1961 Map of Woodside
    1961 Map of Woodside
    1961 Woodside
    1961 Print · USGS
    San Mateo County's mid-century landscape is split between the growing suburbs of the peninsula and the dense forests of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Woodside and San Carlos or locate landmarks like the Old Woodside Store and Grabtown.
    4 unique versions available
  52. 1961 Map of San Francisco
    1961 Map of San Francisco
    1961 San Francisco
    1961 Print · USGS
    The Bay Area at the dawn of the 1960s reveals a landscape of growing cities and massive Cold War military installations. Genealogists and historians can trace the mid-century urban footprint from Berkeley to San Mateo, while locating landmarks like the Presidio, Alcatraz Island, and Moffett Field Air Station.
  55. 1961 Map of Palo Alto, 1962 Print
    1961 Map of Palo Alto, 1962 Print
    1961 Palo Alto
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Peninsula experienced a period of significant growth in the early sixties, as residential tracts filled the spaces between historic estates. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of Stanford University, St Patricks Seminary, and Alta Mesa Cem amidst a network of Salt Evaporators.
    4 unique versions available
  58. 1961 Map of Half Moon Bay, 1962 Print
    1961 Map of Half Moon Bay, 1962 Print
    1961 Half Moon Bay
    1962 Print · USGS
    The San Mateo coastline and Santa Cruz Mountains appear in the early sixties as a mix of foggy seaside hamlets and deep timbered canyons. Trace local history through the Log Cabin Boys School, the distinctive Water Temple, and family-named landmarks like Burns Ranch or The Potato Patch.
    2 unique versions available
  61. 1961 Map of Palo Alto, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Palo Alto, 1963 Print
    1961 Palo Alto
    1963 Print · USGS
    The mid-century Santa Clara Valley comes into focus here as early tech and aerospace hubs began transforming the peninsula. Genealogists and researchers can trace local institutions and schools like STANFORD UNIVERSITY, Alta Mesa Cem, and NAVAL AIR STATION MOFFETT FIELD.
    3 unique versions available
  64. 1964 Map of San Francisco
    1964 Map of San Francisco
    1964 San Francisco
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Bay Area in the mid-sixties shows a region of rapid suburban expansion and major military installations. Researchers can trace the development of the South Bay near Stanford University or locate family plots in the historic Cypress Lawn Cem and Holy Cross Cem.
  67. 1971 Map of San Francisco
    1971 Map of San Francisco
    1971 San Francisco
    1971 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Bay Area at the start of the 1970s is shown here as a dense network of aerospace hubs, naval bases, and expanding suburbs. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprint of Stanford University, the industrial Salt Evaporators, and the Southern Pacific rail lines.
  70. 1982 Map of Palo Alto, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Palo Alto, 1983 Print
    1982 Palo Alto
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Santa Cruz Mountains and the Peninsula's bayshore are captured here in the early eighties as tech-driven growth reshaped the valley. Researchers can trace the sprawling grounds of Stanford University or explore coastal landmarks like the Pigeon Point Lighthouse.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1985 Map of San Francisco, 1989 Print
    1985 Map of San Francisco, 1989 Print
    1985 San Francisco
    1989 Print · USGS
    The Bay Area is captured in the mid-1980s through experimental Landsat satellite imagery, offering a unique technological perspective of the California coast. Trace the urban boundaries of San Francisco and Alameda against the San Francisco Bay and Lorenzo.
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