Join Free

Old Maps of Polo, Buffalo Township

Explore 12 old maps of Polo, spanning from 1930 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.

What you can do with these maps:

  • See how Polo changed over time: Compare historical maps to modern-day views to trace roads, homesites, rail lines & more.
  • View detailed metadata: Each map includes creators, publishers, year, scale, and archive source.
  • Overlay maps with satellite & LiDAR: Visualize the past alongside modern tools to explore terrain & human change.
  • Trusted historical sources: Maps sourced from the USGS, Library of Congress, and other archives.
  • Access maps your way: View online, download high-res files, or order prints for personal or research use.

Start exploring old maps of Polo to uncover forgotten places, hidden landmarks, and the deep history beneath your feet.

Polo, Buffalo Township maps

(12)
  1. 1930 Map of Woodsung
    1930 Map of Woodsung
    1930 Woodsung
    1930 Print · USGS
    Northern Illinois at the dawn of the 1930s shows a landscape of tight-knit farming townships linked by the Lincoln Highway. Genealogists and local historians can trace schoolhouse locations like Stone Sch and Gap Grove Sch, or locate family sites near the Prairieville Cem.
  4. 1946 Map of Sterling, 1969 Print
    1946 Map of Sterling, 1969 Print
    1946 Sterling
    1969 Print · USGS
    The Rock River corridor in the mid-1940s is captured here, showing the industrial heart of the region alongside its deep agricultural roots. Researchers can find dozens of country schools and cemeteries, including Buffalo Grove Sch, Zion Cem, and Oak Knoll Mem Park Cem.
  7. 1948 Map of Sterling
    1948 Map of Sterling
    1948 Sterling
    1948 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Sterling and Rock Falls are captured here during a time of robust rail and river activity. Genealogists can trace family roots through dozens of rural landmarks, including the Prairieville settlement, West Science Ridge Ch, and Hitt Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1958 Map of Aurora, 1969 Print
    1958 Map of Aurora, 1969 Print
    1958 Aurora
    1969 Print · USGS
    Northern Illinois in the late fifties shows a landscape of powerful river industry and expanding transport corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Aurora and Joliet or locate sites like the Elwood Ordnance Plant and Starved Rock.
    3 unique versions available
  13. 1961 Map of Aurora
    1961 Map of Aurora
    1961 Aurora
    1961 Print · USGS
    Northern Illinois at the height of the post-war era reveals a landscape of massive industrial works and thriving river towns. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Lincoln Highway or locate long-standing landmarks like the Green River Ordnance Plant and Starved Rock State Park.
  16. 1983 Map of Polo, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Polo, 1984 Print
    1983 Polo
    1984 Print · USGS
    During the early 1980s, the rural townships of Ogle and Lee Counties maintained a steady landscape of family farms and small-town centers like Polo. Researchers can locate several burial grounds including Fairmont Cem and trace old country schools like Congress Sch.
  19. 1985 Map of Dixon
    1985 Map of Dixon
    1985 Dixon
    1985 Print · USGS
    North-central Illinois in the mid-eighties was a land of river cities and expansive prairies defined by rail lines and private airfields. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Oakwood Cem, the Sword Landing Strip, and Sauk Valley College while tracing the C & N W railroad.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 2012 Map of Polo, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Polo, 2012 Print
    2012 Polo
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Polo, including Woosung, Woosung Township, and other nearby areas
  25. 2015 Map of Polo, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Polo, 2015 Print
    2015 Polo
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Polo, including Woosung, Woosung Township, and other nearby areas
  28. 2018 Map of Polo, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Polo, 2018 Print
    2018 Polo
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Polo, including Woosung, Woosung Township, and other nearby areas
  31. 2021 Map of Polo, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Polo, 2021 Print
    2021 Polo
    2021 Print · USGS
    Covers Polo, including Woosung, Woosung Township, and other nearby areas
  34. 2024 Map of Polo, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Polo, 2024 Print
    2024 Polo
    2024 Print · USGS
    The northern Illinois prairie comes into focus in this contemporary survey of Ogle and Lee counties. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like the Buffalo Grove Cem and Durley Gravesite or trace the early paths of Galena Trail Rd.
End of results
Showing maps 1-12 of 12

Top cities near Polo

See more

Frequently asked questions

  • What are the different types of historical maps available for Polo?
  • What is the oldest map of Polo?
  • Where can I purchase historical maps of Polo for my home or office?
  • Where can I download high-res historical maps of Polo?
  • Are there historical topographic maps available for Polo?
  • Is there historical aerial imagery available for Polo?
  • Where are historical maps of Polo sourced from?