Historical Maps of Des Moines
Des Moines maps (16)
- 1905 Map of Des Moines, IA, 1954 Print
1905 Des MoinesIncludes Des Moines, IA, Warren County, IA, and othersOriginally titled "Des Moines 1905"Published 1954 - 1907 Map of Des Moines, IA
1907 Des MoinesIncludes Des Moines, IA, Warren County, IA, and othersOriginally titled "Des Moines 1907"Published 1907 - 1907 Map of Des Moines, IA, 1919 Print
1907 Des MoinesIncludes Des Moines, IA, Warren County, IA, and othersOriginally titled "Des Moines 1907"Published 1919 - 1907 Map of Des Moines, IA, 1924 Print
1907 Des MoinesIncludes Des Moines, IA, Warren County, IA, and othersOriginally titled "Des Moines 1907"Published 1924 - 1954 Map of Des Moines, IA, 1973 Print
1954 Des MoinesOriginally titled "Des Moines 1954"Published 1973 - 1954 Map of Des Moines, IA, 1973 Print
1954 Des MoinesOriginally titled "Des Moines 1954"Published 1973 - 1956 Map of Des Moines, IA, 1958 Print
1956 Des MoinesOriginally titled "Des Moines SE 1956"Published 1958 - 1956 Map of Des Moines, IA, 1959 Print
1956 Des MoinesIncludes Des Moines, IA, Warren County, IA, and othersOriginally titled "Des Moines 1956"Published 1959 - 1956 Map of Des Moines, IA, 1968 Print
1956 Des MoinesOriginally titled "Des Moines SE 1956"Published 1968
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Frequently asked questions about Des Moines historical maps
Can I purchase a physical print of a historical map of Des Moines?
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 Des Moines important for research and professional purposes?
Historical maps of Des Moines 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 Des Moines?
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 Des Moines'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 Des Moines?
Our platform has over 185,000 fully digitized and interactive maps, and 16 maps available specifically for Des Moines. 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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines in your collection?
The oldest map of Des Moines in our collection is from 1905.
How can I download a map of Des Moines?
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.