Historical Maps of Canton, Illinois

What stories do these 17 old maps tell about Canton's past? From 1912 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 Canton's history through maps:

  • Trace Canton'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 Canton's history with these remarkable must-see maps.


Canton, IL maps

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  1. 1912 Map of Canton
    1912 Map of Canton
    1912 Canton
    1912 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Canton, including Knox County, and others.

  2. 1912 Map of Canton
    1912 Map of Canton
    1912 Canton
    1912 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Canton, including Knox County, and others.

  3. 1912 Map of Canton, 1949 Print
    1912 Map of Canton, 1949 Print
    1912 Canton
    1949 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Canton, including Knox County, and others.

  4. 1912 Map of Canton, 1949 Print
    1912 Map of Canton, 1949 Print
    1912 Canton
    1949 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Canton, including Knox County, and others.

  5. 1958 Map of Burlington, 1968 Print
    1958 Map of Burlington, 1968 Print
    1958 Burlington
    1968 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Canton, including Burlington, Illinois, and others.

  6. 1958 Map of Burlington, 1968 Print
    1958 Map of Burlington, 1968 Print
    1958 Burlington
    1968 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Canton, including Burlington, Illinois, and others.

  7. 1958 Map of Burlington, 1976 Print
    1958 Map of Burlington, 1976 Print
    1958 Burlington
    1976 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Canton, including Burlington, Illinois, and others.

  8. 1958 Map of Burlington, 1983 Print
    1958 Map of Burlington, 1983 Print
    1958 Burlington
    1983 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Canton, including Burlington, Illinois, and others.

  9. 1961 Map of Burlington
    1961 Map of Burlington
    1961 Burlington
    1961 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Canton, including Burlington, Illinois, and others.

  10. 1963 Map of Burlington
    1963 Map of Burlington
    1963 Burlington
    1963 Print · USGS
    Covers portions of Canton, including Burlington, Illinois, and others.

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