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Old Maps of Topeka, Illinois for Hiking & Exploration

Hike through history with 14 historic maps of Topeka. Explore old trails, ghost towns, and forgotten backroads — perfect for outdoor adventurers and local explorers.

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Topeka, IL maps

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  1. 1929 Map of Manito, 1972 Print
    1929 Map of Manito, 1972 Print
    1929 Manito
    1972 Print · USGS
    Mason and Fulton counties in the late 1920s reveal a landscape of deep river bottoms and newly drained prairie. Researchers can trace family history through a dense network of country schools and churches like Coon Sch and Macedonia Ch, or locate the path of the Chicago and Illinois Midland railway.
  4. 1932 Map of Manito
    1932 Map of Manito
    1932 Manito
    1932 Print · USGS
    The Illinois River valley in the early 1930s showcases a landscape of intricate drainage ditches and river-bottom hunting clubs near Manito. Researchers can trace rural lineages through dozens of named sites like Eureka Sch, Ebenezer Ch, and Wessling Cem.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1958 Map of Peoria, 1969 Print
    1958 Map of Peoria, 1969 Print
    1958 Peoria
    1969 Print · USGS
    Central Illinois thrived as a hub of education and transport during the late sixties, as the new interstate system began to reshape the prairie. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Springdale Cem, Bradley University, and the sprawling grounds of Chanute AFB.
    4 unique versions available
  10. 1961 Map of Peoria
    1961 Map of Peoria
    1961 Peoria
    1961 Print · USGS
    Central Illinois thrived at the intersection of river trade and rail power during the late fifties. Genealogists and local historians can trace the rail networks of the Illinois Central and Wabash, alongside landmarks like Chanute AFB and Weldon Springs State Park.
  13. 1963 Map of Peoria
    1963 Map of Peoria
    1963 Peoria
    1963 Print · USGS
    Central Illinois thrived as a rail and highway crossroads during the early sixties, centered on the bustling Illinois River valley. Genealogists and historians can trace the mid-century layout of Peoria, locate the grounds of Chanute Air Force Base, and follow historic lines like the Toledo Peoria and Western Railway.
  16. 1982 Map of Topeka
    1982 Map of Topeka
    1982 Topeka
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Illinois River bottomlands and timbered uplands of Mason County come alive in this early 1980s survey. Researchers can trace the drainage networks of Biggs Ditch and find local landmarks like Buzzville, the State Tree Nursery, and Topeka.
  19. 1985 Map of Lincoln
    1985 Map of Lincoln
    1985 Lincoln
    1985 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Illinois comes to life in this survey of Logan and Mason counties as the interstate era reshapes the prairie. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-town development from San Jose to Kenney or locate landmarks like Rose Hill Cem and Funks Grove.
  22. 1989 Map of Lincoln
    1989 Map of Lincoln
    1989 Lincoln
    1989 Print · USGS
    Central Illinois in the late eighties remains a landscape of productive prairie and vital river arteries. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural family landmarks like Rose Hill Cem, identify early aviation at Logan County Airport, or follow the Illinois Central Gulf Railroad through towns like Atlanta and Lincoln.
  25. 1990 Map of Peoria
    1990 Map of Peoria
    1990 Peoria
    1990 Print · USGS
    Central Illinois at the start of the nineties reveals a landscape of industrial river towns and sprawling university campuses. Researchers can trace the legacy of major institutions like Chanute Air Force Base and the University of Illinois alongside regional landmarks such as Sand Ridge State Forest.
  28. 2012 Map of Topeka, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Topeka, 2012 Print
    2012 Topeka
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Topeka, including Buzzville, Eckard, and other nearby areas
  31. 2015 Map of Topeka, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Topeka, 2015 Print
    2015 Topeka
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Topeka, including Buzzville, Eckard, and other nearby areas
  34. 2018 Map of Topeka, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Topeka, 2018 Print
    2018 Topeka
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Topeka, including Buzzville, Eckard, and other nearby areas
  37. 2021 Map of Topeka, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Topeka, 2021 Print
    2021 Topeka
    2021 Print · USGS
    Covers Topeka, including Buzzville, Eckard, and other nearby areas
  40. 2024 Map of Topeka, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Topeka, 2024 Print
    2024 Topeka
    2024 Print · USGS
    Mason County’s agricultural heartland is documented here in the early twenty-first century, revealing a landscape defined by drainage engineering and rural settlements. Genealogists can trace family roots through a high density of local burial sites including Quiver Presbyterian Cem, Zion Cem, and Rakestraw Cem.
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