Historical Maps of Thornton

Journey back in time with 27 historical maps of Thornton, dating from 1892 to present day. Explore and discover the history of Thornton through detailed topographic maps, featuring cities, landmarks, and geographical changes. Dive deeper into each map with our interactive high-resolution viewer and extensive library data. Every map in our collection is also available for purchase as a framed or unframed museum-quality print for those interested interested in bringing a part of history into their home. Begin your historical adventure now!
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Thornton maps (27)

  1. 1892 Map of Thornton, IL
    1892 Map of Thornton, IL
    1892 Thornton
    Includes Thornton, IL, Cook County, IL, Indiana, and others
    Originally titled "Calumet 1892"
    Published 1892
  2. 1893 Map of Thornton, IL
    1893 Map of Thornton, IL
    1893 Thornton
    Includes Thornton, IL, Cook County, IL, Indiana, and others
    Originally titled "Calumet 1893"
    Published 1893
  3. 1900 Map of Thornton, IL
    1900 Map of Thornton, IL
    1900 Thornton
    Includes Thornton, IL, Cook County, IL, Indiana, and others
    Originally titled "Calumet 1900"
    Published 1900
  4. 1901 Map of Thornton, IL
    1901 Map of Thornton, IL
    1901 Thornton
    Includes Thornton, IL, Cook County, IL, Indiana, and others
    Originally titled "Calumet 1901"
    Published 1901
  5. 1901 Map of Thornton, IL, 1905 Print
    1901 Map of Thornton, IL, 1905 Print
    1901 Thornton
    Includes Thornton, IL, Cook County, IL, Indiana, and others
    Originally titled "Calumet 1901"
    Published 1905
  6. 1901 Map of Thornton, IL, 1911 Print
    1901 Map of Thornton, IL, 1911 Print
    1901 Thornton
    Includes Thornton, IL, Cook County, IL, Indiana, and others
    Originally titled "Calumet 1901"
    Published 1911
  7. 1901 Map of Thornton, IL, 1916 Print
    1901 Map of Thornton, IL, 1916 Print
    1901 Thornton
    Includes Thornton, IL, Cook County, IL, Indiana, and others
    Originally titled "Calumet 1901"
    Published 1916
  8. 1901 Map of Thornton, IL, 1924 Print
    1901 Map of Thornton, IL, 1924 Print
    1901 Thornton
    Includes Thornton, IL, Cook County, IL, Indiana, and others
    Originally titled "Calumet 1901"
    Published 1924
  9. 1929 Map of Thornton, IL
    1929 Map of Thornton, IL
    1929 Thornton
    Includes Thornton, IL, Calumet City, IL, Indiana, and others
    Originally titled "Calumet City 1929"
    Published 1929
  10. 1929 Map of Thornton, IL
    1929 Map of Thornton, IL
    1929 Thornton
    Includes Thornton, IL, Calumet City, IL, Indiana, and others
    Originally titled "Calumet City 1929"
    Published 1929
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Frequently asked questions about Thornton historical maps

  • Can I purchase a physical print of a historical map of Thornton?

    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 Thornton important for research and professional purposes?

    Historical maps of Thornton 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 Thornton?

    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 Thornton'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 Thornton?

    Our platform has over 185,000 fully digitized and interactive maps, and 27 maps available specifically for Thornton. 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 Thornton 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 Thornton in your collection?

    The oldest map of Thornton in our collection is from 1892.

  • How can I download a map of Thornton?

    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.