Old Maps of Wilmington, Georgia for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Wilmington with 15 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 Wilmington has changed over the decades.


Wilmington, GA maps

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  1. 1920 Map of Wassaw Sound
    1920 Map of Wassaw Sound
    1920 Wassaw Sound
    1920 Print · USGS
    Coastal Georgia at the end of the Great War era reveals a landscape of tidal marshes and strategic barrier islands. Researchers can trace historic landmarks like the Great Wassaw Old Battery, the Cup of Hotel, and the winding Wilmington River.

  2. 1945 Map of Wassaw Sound
    1945 Map of Wassaw Sound
    1945 Wassaw Sound
    1945 Print · USGS
    The Georgia coast near Savannah comes alive in this mid-century survey of the barrier islands and tidal sounds. Genealogists and historians can trace the early layout of Savannah Beach or the pristine reaches of Wassaw Island and Petit Chou Island.

  3. 1946 Map of Brunswick, 1948 Print
    1946 Map of Brunswick, 1948 Print
    1946 Brunswick
    1948 Print · USGS
    Coastal Georgia in the mid-forties reveals a landscape defined by the Camp Stewart Military Reservation and the sprawling barrier islands. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-and-river network through inland towns like Ludowici and Jesup, or locate coastal landmarks like the St Simon Light.

  4. 1948 Map of Brunswick
    1948 Map of Brunswick
    1948 Brunswick
    1948 Print · USGS
    Coastal Georgia in the late 1940s is defined here by its labyrinthine barrier islands and the massive footprint of Camp Stewart. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-tied growth of Jesup and Hinesville or locate coastal landmarks like St Simon Light.

  5. 1956 Map of Brunswick, 1968 Print
    1956 Map of Brunswick, 1968 Print
    1956 Brunswick
    1968 Print · USGS
    The Georgia coast in the mid-twentieth century is a wild expanse of barrier islands and massive river deltas. You can trace the development of the maritime economy and military presence at Brunswick, or locate historic sites like Fort Frederica National Monument and Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1957 Map of Wassaw Sound, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Wassaw Sound, 1959 Print
    1957 Wassaw Sound
    1959 Print · USGS
    Chatham County's coastal reaches were a wilderness of salt marshes and tidal rivers in the late fifties. Researchers can trace the secluded waterways of Wassaw Island or locate the historic grounds of Fort Pulaski National Monument.
    3 unique versions available

  7. 1961 Map of Brunswick
    1961 Map of Brunswick
    1961 Brunswick
    1961 Print · USGS
    The Georgia coast at the start of the 1960s was a landscape of deep tidal marshes and growing military installations. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-linked towns like Limerick Station or explore coastal landmarks from Fort Frederica National Monument to Sapelo Island.

  8. 1978 Map of Wassaw Sound
    1978 Map of Wassaw Sound
    1978 Wassaw Sound
    1978 Print · USGS
    The Georgia coast in the late seventies is revealed through this hybrid aerial and topographic study of the marshes and barrier islands. Researchers can trace the tidal reaches of the Wilmington River or locate landmarks like Dead Man Hammock and Fort Pulaski National Monument.

  9. 1978 Map of Brunswick
    1978 Map of Brunswick
    1978 Brunswick
    1978 Print · USGS
    The Georgia coast and its barrier islands are captured in the late 1970s, as I-95 and the rail lines shaped the growth of coastal towns. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations across the islands or locate sites near Fort Stewart, Darien, and Ludowici.
    2 unique versions available

  10. 1980 Map of Wassaw Sound, 1983 Print
    1980 Map of Wassaw Sound, 1983 Print
    1980 Wassaw Sound
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Georgia coast in the early eighties reveals a fascinating mix of strategic fortifications and preserved barrier islands. Trace the marshes around Wilmington Island or locate the grounds of Fort Pulaski National Monument and the Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 2011 Map of Wassaw Sound, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Wassaw Sound, 2011 Print
    2011 Wassaw Sound
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Wilmington, including Wilmington Park, Chatham County, and other nearby areas

  12. 2014 Map of Wassaw Sound, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Wassaw Sound, 2014 Print
    2014 Wassaw Sound
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Wilmington, including Wilmington Park, Chatham County, and other nearby areas

  13. 2017 Map of Wassaw Sound, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Wassaw Sound, 2017 Print
    2017 Wassaw Sound
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Wilmington, including Wilmington Park, Chatham County, and other nearby areas

  14. 2020 Map of Wassaw Sound, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Wassaw Sound, 2020 Print
    2020 Wassaw Sound
    2020 Print · USGS
    Covers Wilmington, including Wilmington Park, Chatham County, and other nearby areas

  15. 2024 Map of Wassaw Sound, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Wassaw Sound, 2024 Print
    2024 Wassaw Sound
    2024 Print · USGS
    The Georgia coast and its barrier islands are captured in this modern survey of the marshes and sounds south of Savannah. Researchers can trace the protected grounds of Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge and the historic perimeter of Fort Pulaski National Monument.

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