Old Maps of Albion, Illinois for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 17 historic maps of Albion. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

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Albion, IL maps

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  1. 1943 Map of Albion, 1969 Print
    1943 Map of Albion, 1969 Print
    1943 Albion
    1969 Print · USGS
    Edwards County and its neighbors are captured here in the 1940s, showing a landscape defined by the winding Little Wabash River and the Southern rail line. Genealogists can locate numerous rural landmarks like Wanbor Cem, Samsville, and the Curtisville Sch.

  2. 1946 Map of Albion
    1946 Map of Albion
    1946 Albion
    1946 Print · USGS
    Edwards and Wayne Counties are shown in the mid-1940s as a thriving network of rural school districts and small rail towns. Genealogists can trace family homesteads near Albion and Bone Gap or locate vanished landmarks like Blacks Store and Beech Bluff Sch.

  3. 1958 Map of Belleville, 1973 Print
    1958 Map of Belleville, 1973 Print
    1958 Belleville
    1973 Print · USGS
    Southern Illinois during the mid-twentieth century reveals a landscape of industrial growth and massive new reservoirs. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Illinois Central RR through towns like Centralia or locate landmarks such as Emerald Mound and the Looking Glass Prairie.
    3 unique versions available

  4. 1962 Map of Belleville
    1962 Map of Belleville
    1962 Belleville
    1962 Print · USGS
    Southern Illinois in the late fifties reveals a landscape of industrial growth and ancient landmarks before the full expansion of the interstate system. Genealogists can trace family names and rural post offices near Centralia, Salem, and the historic Monks Mound.

  5. 1971 Map of Albion South, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Albion South, 1973 Print
    1971 Albion South
    1973 Print · USGS
    Edwards County in the early seventies shows a landscape where historic river crossings meet a growing energy sector. Genealogists and historians can trace numerous rural burial grounds like Birk Prairie Cem and old river landmarks such as Dixon Shoals near the Little Wabash River.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1971 Map of Albion North, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Albion North, 1973 Print
    1971 Albion North
    1973 Print · USGS
    Southern Illinois in the early seventies shows a landscape where agriculture meets the energy industry near Albion. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural roots through Medler Cem, Ebenezer Ch, and the extensive Bone Gap Oil Field.

  7. 1982 Map of Mount Vernon
    1982 Map of Mount Vernon
    1982 Mount Vernon
    1982 Print · USGS
    Southern Illinois and Southwestern Indiana meet here during a period of significant regional water management and transit growth. Researchers can trace the development of Rend Lake and locate vanished rail stops along the Southern RR near Bluford and Golden Gate.

  8. 2012 Map of Albion South, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Albion South, 2012 Print
    2012 Albion South
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Albion, including Grayville, Red Top, and other nearby areas

  9. 2012 Map of Albion North, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Albion North, 2012 Print
    2012 Albion North
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Albion, including Bone Gap, Samsville, and other nearby areas

  10. 2015 Map of Albion North, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Albion North, 2015 Print
    2015 Albion North
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Albion, including Bone Gap, Samsville, and other nearby areas

  11. 2015 Map of Albion South, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Albion South, 2015 Print
    2015 Albion South
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Albion, including Grayville, Red Top, and other nearby areas

  12. 2018 Map of Albion South, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Albion South, 2018 Print
    2018 Albion South
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Albion, including Grayville, Red Top, and other nearby areas

  13. 2018 Map of Albion North, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Albion North, 2018 Print
    2018 Albion North
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Albion, including Bone Gap, Samsville, and other nearby areas

  14. 2021 Map of Albion North, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Albion North, 2021 Print
    2021 Albion North
    2021 Print · USGS
    Covers Albion, including Bone Gap, Samsville, and other nearby areas

  15. 2021 Map of Albion South, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Albion South, 2021 Print
    2021 Albion South
    2021 Print · USGS
    Covers Albion, including Grayville, Red Top, and other nearby areas

  16. 2024 Map of Albion South, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Albion South, 2024 Print
    2024 Albion South
    2024 Print · USGS
    Edwards County in the 2020s remains a landscape of traditional crossroads and deeply rooted family histories. Genealogists can locate numerous rural burial sites like the James Hean Family Cem, Birk Prairie Cem, and the Holy Name Catholic Church Cem.

  17. 2024 Map of Albion North, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Albion North, 2024 Print
    2024 Albion North
    2024 Print · USGS
    North-central Edwards County appears in fine detail during the mid-2020s, centered on the county seat and its outlying hamlets. Researchers can map out dozens of local burial sites like Wanborough Cem and Shiloh Cem or trace the drainage of Village Creek.

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