Old Maps of Harvard, Illinois
Explore 19 old maps of Harvard, spanning from 1932 to today. These high-resolution historic maps reveal how streets, neighborhoods, landmarks, and natural features evolved over time — perfect for genealogy, metal detecting, research, and local history exploration.
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Harvard, IL maps
(19)- 1932 Map of Harvard1932 Harvard1932 Print · USGSNorthern Illinois and the Wisconsin borderlands are captured here in the early 1930s, centered on the rail hub of Harvard. Genealogists can locate dozens of named rural schools like Hoppen School and Shields School, or trace the path of the Chicago and Northwestern Electric (Abandoned) line.3 unique versions available
- 1937 Map of Harvard1937 Harvard1937 Print · USGSUpper Illinois and the Wisconsin borderlands are shown here in the mid-1930s, centered on the bustling rail junction at Harvard. Genealogists can trace family footprints across dozens of country schoolhouse sites like White Oak Sch and the rural cemeteries of Dunham township.2 unique versions available
- 1954 Map of Rockford1954 Rockford1954 Print · USGSThe Rock River valley and the Illinois-Wisconsin borderlands are captured here in the mid-1950s during a period of robust industrial and agricultural activity. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-era corridors like the Illinois Central RR and locate landmarks from Big Foot Prairie to Lake Geneva.
- 1955 Map of Rockford1955 Rockford1955 Print · USGSThe Rock River valley and southern Wisconsin dairy country are shown here in the mid-fifties as the region's manufacturing centers grew. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Chicago and North Western RR and Illinois Central RR through hubs like Rockford and Beloit.
- 1958 Map of Rockford, 1974 Print1958 Rockford1974 Print · USGSNorthern Illinois and southern Wisconsin are shown here in the mid-twentieth century as rail-dependent industrial towns began to interface with growing lakefront communities. Genealogists can trace family roots through settlements like Saylesville and Tess Corners or locate historical landmarks like the Rockford Ordnance Depot.4 unique versions available
- 1963 Map of Rockford1963 Rockford1963 Print · USGSThe mid-century industrial corridor along the Rock River is shown here during a period of rapid post-war growth. Researchers can trace the extensive rail lines of the Chicago and North Western or locate local landmarks like the Rockford Ordnance Depot and Holy Hill.
- 1970 Map of Capron, 1972 Print1970 Capron1972 Print · USGSThe Illinois-Wisconsin borderlands are captured here in the early seventies, showing a landscape of established farmsteads and rail-linked villages. Genealogists can locate family sites at Burr Oak Cem, Chester Cem, or the rural community of Lawrence.3 unique versions available
- 1970 Map of Harvard, 1972 Print1970 Harvard1972 Print · USGSThe Illinois-Wisconsin state line meets the industrial rail hub of Harvard during the early 1970s. Trace the Chicago and North Western rail corridor and find local landmarks like Mt Auburn Cemetery and the rural community of Alden.2 unique versions available
- 1981 Map of Elgin1981 Elgin1981 Print · USGSNorthern Illinois and southern Wisconsin are shown in the early eighties as suburban growth meets glacial terrain. Trace the paths of the Milwaukee Road through Harvard or explore the wetlands of Volo Bog State Natural Area.
- 2012 Map of Capron, 2012 Print2012 Capron2012 Print · USGSCovers Harvard, including Sharon, Capron, and other nearby areas
- 2012 Map of Harvard, 2012 Print2012 Harvard2012 Print · USGSCovers Harvard, including Alden, Big Foot Prairie, and other nearby areas
- 2015 Map of Capron, 2015 Print2015 Capron2015 Print · USGSCovers Harvard, including Sharon, Capron, and other nearby areas
- 2015 Map of Harvard, 2015 Print2015 Harvard2015 Print · USGSCovers Harvard, including Alden, Big Foot Prairie, and other nearby areas
- 2018 Map of Harvard, 2018 Print2018 Harvard2018 Print · USGSCovers Harvard, including Alden, Big Foot Prairie, and other nearby areas
- 2018 Map of Capron, 2018 Print2018 Capron2018 Print · USGSCovers Harvard, including Sharon, Capron, and other nearby areas
- 2021 Map of Harvard, 2021 Print2021 Harvard2021 Print · USGSCovers Harvard, including Alden, Big Foot Prairie, and other nearby areas
- 2021 Map of Capron, 2021 Print2021 Capron2021 Print · USGSCovers Harvard, including Sharon, Capron, and other nearby areas
- 2024 Map of Capron, 2024 Print2024 Capron2024 Print · USGSThe Illinois-Wisconsin borderlands come alive in this survey of Boone and McHenry counties during the twenty-first century. Researchers can trace rural lineages through numerous local sites like Capron Cem, Dullam Cem, and the small community of Chemung.
- 2024 Map of Harvard, 2024 Print2024 Harvard2024 Print · USGSUpper McHenry County and the Wisconsin border come into focus in the 2020s, showing a landscape defined by prairie agriculture and rural crossroads. Genealogists can trace family sites at Big Foot Cem and Alden Cem, or explore the city streets of Harvard.
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