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Historical Maps of Cortland, Illinois

What stories do these 9 old maps tell about Cortland's past? From 1937 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 Cortland's history through maps:

  • Trace Cortland's growth: Explore earlier and latest maps and editions to uncover how the region changed over time.
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Begin your journey into Cortland's history with these remarkable must-see maps.

Cortland, IL maps

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  1. 1937 Map of Sycamore
    1937 Map of Sycamore
    1937 Sycamore
    1937 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Cortland, including Sycamore, Kane County, and others.
  2. 1937 Map of Sycamore
    1937 Map of Sycamore
    1937 Sycamore
    1937 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Cortland, including Sycamore, Kane County, and others.
  3. 1958 Map of Aurora, 1969 Print
    1958 Map of Aurora, 1969 Print
    1958 Aurora
    1969 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Cortland, including Aurora, Knox County, and others.
  4. 1958 Map of Aurora, 1974 Print
    1958 Map of Aurora, 1974 Print
    1958 Aurora
    1974 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Cortland, including Aurora, Knox County, and others.
  5. 1958 Map of Aurora, 1981 Print
    1958 Map of Aurora, 1981 Print
    1958 Aurora
    1981 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Cortland, including Aurora, Knox County, and others.
  6. 1961 Map of Aurora
    1961 Map of Aurora
    1961 Aurora
    1961 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Cortland, including Aurora, Knox County, and others.
  7. 1968 Map of Sycamore, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Sycamore, 1970 Print
    1968 Sycamore
    1970 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Cortland, including Sycamore, and others.
  8. 1968 Map of Sycamore, 1977 Print
    1968 Map of Sycamore, 1977 Print
    1968 Sycamore
    1977 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Cortland, including Sycamore, and others.
  9. 1985 Map of Aurora, 1989 Print
    1985 Map of Aurora, 1989 Print
    1985 Aurora
    1989 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Cortland, including Aurora, Will County, and others.
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