Historical Maps of Grinnell, Iowa

What stories do these 8 old maps tell about Grinnell's past? From 1954 to present day, these maps reveal the evolution of streets, neighborhoods, iconic landmarks, and natural features in stunning high-res detail. Whether you're a history enthusiast, genealogist, or professional in education, environmental work, or architecture, these maps are perfect for exploration, research, and discovery.

Discover Grinnell's history through maps:

  • Trace Grinnell's growth: Explore earlier and latest maps and editions to uncover how the region changed over time.
  • Examine technical details: Each map includes its creators, publishers, scale, dimensions, and full source information.
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Begin your journey into Grinnell's history with these remarkable must-see maps.


Grinnell, IA maps

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  1. 1954 Map of Des Moines, 1973 Print
    1954 Map of Des Moines, 1973 Print
    1954 Des Moines
    1973 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Grinnell, including Des Moines, Lucas County, and others.

  2. 1954 Map of Des Moines, 1973 Print
    1954 Map of Des Moines, 1973 Print
    1954 Des Moines
    1973 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Grinnell, including Des Moines, Lucas County, and others.

  3. 1956 Map of Des Moines
    1956 Map of Des Moines
    1956 Des Moines
    1956 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Grinnell, including Des Moines, Lucas County, and others.

  4. 1957 Map of Des Moines
    1957 Map of Des Moines
    1957 Des Moines
    1957 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Grinnell, including Des Moines, Lucas County, and others.

  5. 1969 Map of Des Moines
    1969 Map of Des Moines
    1969 Des Moines
    1969 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Grinnell, including Des Moines, Lucas County, and others.

  6. 1979 Map of Grinnell South, 1980 Print
    1979 Map of Grinnell South, 1980 Print
    1979 Grinnell South
    1980 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Grinnell, including Poweshiek County, and others.

  7. 1984 Map of Grinnell, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Grinnell, 1985 Print
    1984 Grinnell
    1985 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Grinnell, including Marion County, Tama County, and others.

  8. 1984 Map of Grinnell, 1989 Print
    1984 Map of Grinnell, 1989 Print
    1984 Grinnell
    1989 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Grinnell, including Marion County, Tama County, and others.

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