Historical Maps of Alton

Journey back in time with 24 historical maps of Alton, dating from 1927 to present day. Explore and discover the history of Alton 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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All Maps (24)

  1. 1927 Map of Alton, IL
    1927 Map of Alton, IL
    1927 Alton
    Includes Alton, IL, Madison County, MO, Missouri, and others
    Originally titled "Alton 1927"
    Published 1927
  2. 1934 Map of Alton, IL
    1934 Map of Alton, IL
    1934 Alton
    Includes Alton, IL, Madison County, MO, Missouri, and others
    Originally titled "Alton 1934"
    Published 1934
  3. 1934 Map of Alton, IL, 1946 Print
    1934 Map of Alton, IL, 1946 Print
    1934 Alton
    Includes Alton, IL, Madison County, MO, Missouri, and others
    Originally titled "Alton 1934"
    Published 1946
  4. 1948 Map of Alton, IL, 1954 Print
    1948 Map of Alton, IL, 1954 Print
    1948 Alton
    Includes Alton, IL, Madison County, MO, Missouri, and others
    Originally titled "Alton 1948"
    Published 1954
  5. 1949 Map of Alton, IL
    1949 Map of Alton, IL
    1949 Alton
    Includes Alton, IL, St. Louis, MO, Illinois, and others
    Originally titled "St. Louis 1949"
    Published 1949
  6. 1949 Map of Alton, IL
    1949 Map of Alton, IL
    1949 Alton
    Includes Alton, IL, St. Louis County, MO, Illinois, and others
    Originally titled "Saint Louis 1949"
    Published 1949
  7. 1950 Map of Alton, IL
    1950 Map of Alton, IL
    1950 Alton
    Includes Alton, IL, Madison County, MO, Missouri, and others
    Originally titled "Alton 1950"
    Published 1950
  8. 1950 Map of Alton, IL
    1950 Map of Alton, IL
    1950 Alton
    Includes Alton, IL, Madison County, MO, Missouri, and others
    Originally titled "Alton 1950"
    Published 1950
  9. 1954 Map of Alton, IL, 1959 Print
    1954 Map of Alton, IL, 1959 Print
    1954 Alton
    Includes Alton, IL, Madison County, MO, Missouri, and others
    Originally titled "Alton 1954"
    Published 1959
  10. 1954 Map of Alton, IL, 1969 Print
    1954 Map of Alton, IL, 1969 Print
    1954 Alton
    Includes Alton, IL, Madison County, MO, Missouri, and others
    Originally titled "Alton 1954"
    Published 1969
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Frequently asked questions about Alton historical maps

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

    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 Alton important for research and professional purposes?

    Historical maps of Alton 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 Alton?

    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 Alton'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 Alton?

    Our platform has over 185,000 fully digitized and interactive maps, and 24 maps available specifically for Alton. 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 Alton 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 Alton in your collection?

    The oldest map of Alton in our collection is from 1927.

  • How can I download a map of Alton?

    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.