Old Maps of Harvard, Illinois for Metal Detecting
Plan your next treasure hunt with 19 historic maps of Harvard. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.
- Locate forgotten sites: Uncover places like long-lost settlements, abandoned rail lines, or gathering spots.
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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 · USGSThe Illinois-Wisconsin borderlands near Capron were captured here during a period of steady rural continuity. Genealogists and local historians can trace family plots at Burr Oak Cem and Chemung Dunham Cem or locate private airfields like Twin Gardens Airport.
- 2012 Map of Harvard, 2012 Print2012 Harvard2012 Print · USGSMcHenry County at the start of the 2010s shows a landscape of agricultural heritage and steady growth. Genealogists can trace family names at Saint Joseph Cem or explore historic outskirts like Big Foot Prairie and the village of Alden.
- 2015 Map of Capron, 2015 Print2015 Capron2015 Print · USGSAgricultural life along the Illinois-Wisconsin border is captured in this mid-2010s survey of Boone Co and McHenry Co. Researchers can trace local heritage through several family and community burial grounds, including Long Prairie Cem, Chester Cem, and Dullam Cem.
- 2015 Map of Harvard, 2015 Print2015 Harvard2015 Print · USGSHarvard and its surrounding townships are shown here in 2015, capturing the intersection of local industry and quiet rural life. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Mount Auburn Cem and the settlement at Big Foot Prairie.
- 2018 Map of Harvard, 2018 Print2018 Harvard2018 Print · USGSNorthern Illinois and the Wisconsin border meet in this late 2010s study of the area around Harvard. Researchers can trace the development of the city's residential streets, locate historic burial grounds like Big Foot Cem, or follow the course of Mokeler Cr through the local prairie.
- 2018 Map of Capron, 2018 Print2018 Capron2018 Print · USGSThe Illinois-Wisconsin state line divides this rolling farm landscape in the late 2010s, connecting the rural communities of Capron and Sharon. Genealogists can trace family heritage through numerous rural burial grounds like Burr Oak Cem and Long Prairie Cem.
- 2021 Map of Harvard, 2021 Print2021 Harvard2021 Print · USGSThe Illinois-Wisconsin state line cuts across this survey of the northern dairy belt in the early 2020s. Researchers can trace family sites at Big Foot Cem and Jerome Cem, or follow the winding N Br Kishwaukee River through the heart of HARVARD.
- 2021 Map of Capron, 2021 Print2021 Capron2021 Print · USGSThe Illinois-Wisconsin state line meets the rural townships of McHenry and Boone counties in the early twenty-first century. Genealogists can trace burial sites like Long Prairie Cemetery while aviators locate strips such as Dacy Airport and SD Aero.
- 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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