Historical Maps of Lake County

Journey back in time with 200 historical maps of Lake County, dating from 1889 to present day. Experience the captivating history of Lake County through detailed topographic maps, featuring cities, landmarks, and geographical changes. Explore each map deeply with our interactive high-resolution viewer and extensive library data. Begin your historical adventure now!

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Lake County maps (200)

  1. 1889 Map of Chicago1889 Map of Chicago
    1889 (1889 print)
    Chicago Map
    Lake County, IL
    Scale: 1:62500
  2. 1891 Map of Chicago1891 Map of Chicago
    1891 (1891 print)
    Chicago Map
    Lake County, IL
    Scale: 1:62500
  3. 1892 Map of Calumet1892 Map of Calumet
    1892 (1892 print)
    Calumet Map
    Lake County, IL
    Scale: 1:62500
  4. 1893 Map of Calumet1893 Map of Calumet
    1893 (1893 print)
    Calumet Map
    Lake County, IL
    Scale: 1:62500
  5. 1900 Map of Calumet1900 Map of Calumet
    1900 (1900 print)
    Calumet Map
    Lake County, IL
    Scale: 1:62500
  6. 1900 Map of Chicago1900 Map of Chicago
    1900 (1900 print)
    Chicago Map
    Lake County, IL
    Scale: 1:62500
  7. 1900 Map of Highwood1900 Map of Highwood
    1900 (1900 print)
    Highwood Map
    Lake County, IL
    Scale: 1:62500
  8. 1900 Map of Highwood, 1905 Print1900 Map of Highwood, 1905 Print
    1900 (1905 print)
    Highwood Map
    Lake County, IL
    Scale: 1:62500
  9. 1900 Map of Highwood, 1910 Print1900 Map of Highwood, 1910 Print
    1900 (1910 print)
    Highwood Map
    Lake County, IL
    Scale: 1:62500
  10. 1900 Map of Highwood, 1913 Print1900 Map of Highwood, 1913 Print
    1900 (1913 print)
    Highwood Map
    Lake County, IL
    Scale: 1:62500
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Frequently asked questions about Lake County historical maps

Why are historical maps of Lake County important for research and professional purposes?

Historical maps of Lake County offer a unique perspective on the area's past, making them invaluable for environmental consultants, surveyors, legal professionals, 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 Lake County?

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 Lake County's past.

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 Lake County?

Our platform has over 185,000 fully digitized and interactive maps, and 200 maps available specifically for Lake County. Users can easily filter and search by address, place, date, scale, or landmark to find the specific map they need.

How can I contribute a historical map of Lake County 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 Lake County in your collection?

The oldest map of Lake County in our collection is from 1889.

How can I download or print a map of Lake County?

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. For information on purchasing a custom print, please contact us at hello@pastmaps.com.

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