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Old Maps of Byron, Illinois for Genealogy

Trace your family roots with 33 historic maps of Byron. These high-res maps reveal old neighborhoods, homesites, landmarks, and streets — helping you uncover where your ancestors lived and how the area evolved over time.

  • Explore historic neighborhoods: Identify where your relatives may have lived in the 1800s or 1900s.
  • Compare maps over time: Trace the changes in streets, buildings, and landmarks for multi-generational research.
  • Perfect for genealogy & ancestry research: Used by family historians and researchers to map out lineage and migration.

These maps are an incredible resource for exploring your personal connection to Byron's past.

Byron, IL maps

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  1. 1917 Map of Kings, 1969 Print
    1917 Map of Kings, 1969 Print
    1917 Kings
    1969 Print · USGS
    Northern Illinois agriculture and rail lines meet south of Rockford during the early twentieth century. Genealogists can trace rural family roots through dozens of district schools like Black Walnut School and the rail junctions of Davis Junction and Holcomb.
  4. 1918 Map of Kings
    1918 Map of Kings
    1918 Kings
    1918 Print · USGS
    The Rock River valley served as a massive military and rail hub during the First World War. Local historians can trace the early layout of Camp Grant and dozens of country schools like Killbuck School and Maple Corners School.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1922 Map of Oregon, 1967 Print
    1922 Map of Oregon, 1967 Print
    1922 Oregon
    1967 Print · USGS
    Northern Illinois at the start of the twenties reveals a landscape of thriving rail towns and numerous one-room schoolhouses. Genealogists can trace family footprints at Wessels School, Ebenezer Church, and early village sites like Adeline and Egan.
  10. 1924 Map of Oregon
    1924 Map of Oregon
    1924 Oregon
    1924 Print · USGS
    Ogle County's rural landscape is captured here in the early twenties, showing a network of river-valley settlements and busy rail lines. Researchers can trace family history through numerous landmarks like the German Valley PO and station, St Thomas Church, and Mount Morris.
    3 unique versions available
  13. 1954 Map of Rockford
    1954 Map of Rockford
    1954 Rockford
    1954 Print · USGS
    The 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.
  16. 1955 Map of Rockford
    1955 Map of Rockford
    1955 Rockford
    1955 Print · USGS
    The 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.
  19. 1958 Map of Rockford, 1974 Print
    1958 Map of Rockford, 1974 Print
    1958 Rockford
    1974 Print · USGS
    Northern 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
  22. 1963 Map of Rockford
    1963 Map of Rockford
    1963 Rockford
    1963 Print · USGS
    The 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.
  25. 1971 Map of Stillman Valley, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Stillman Valley, 1973 Print
    1971 Stillman Valley
    1973 Print · USGS
    Northern Illinois farmland and rail corridors define the landscape around the early seventies. Genealogists can trace family roots through Beach Cem and Stimponian Cem, or locate old junctions at Stillman Valley and Holcomb.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1971 Map of Kishwaukee, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Kishwaukee, 1973 Print
    1971 Kishwaukee
    1973 Print · USGS
    Winnebago and Ogle Counties are captured here in the early seventies as the river valleys supported both industry and recreation. Genealogists and local historians can locate Winnebago Cemetery, rural schools like Oak Grove, and the Alworth settlement.
  31. 1981 Map of Rockford
    1981 Map of Rockford
    1981 Rockford
    1981 Print · USGS
    Northern Illinois during the early eighties shows a landscape shaped by river valleys and a maturing rail network. Genealogists can trace family roots through settlements like Morseville and Buckhorn Corners while exploring the Rock River valley.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1983 Map of Seward, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Seward, 1984 Print
    1983 Seward
    1984 Print · USGS
    The agricultural heartland of northern Illinois is captured here in the early eighties as Seward and Myrtle remained focused on their rural roots. Genealogists can locate St Thomas Cem, while historians can trace the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific rail line.
  37. 1983 Map of Oregon, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Oregon, 1984 Print
    1983 Oregon
    1984 Print · USGS
    Ogle County's river valley comes to life in the early eighties as the Rock River winds between the towns of Oregon and Byron. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like St Marys Cem, Lowden State Park, and the Burlington Northern line.
  40. 2012 Map of Oregon, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Oregon, 2012 Print
    2012 Oregon
    2012 Print · USGS
    Ogle County and the city of Oregon are shown here along the banks of the Rock River in the early 2010s. Researchers can locate historic sites such as Riverside Cem, the Oregon Bible College, and the riverside Lowden State Park.
  43. 2012 Map of Stillman Valley, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Stillman Valley, 2012 Print
    2012 Stillman Valley
    2012 Print · USGS
    Ogle County at the start of the 2010s reveals a structured agricultural landscape centered on the village of Stillman Valley. Genealogists can locate numerous local burial sites including Beach Cem, Chaney Cem, and the Stinsonian Cem.
  46. 2012 Map of Seward, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Seward, 2012 Print
    2012 Seward
    2012 Print · USGS
    Ogle County and the outskirts of Byron are captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing a transition from town to farmland. Researchers can locate family landmarks such as Middle Creek Cem and the quiet crossroads at Myrtle.
  49. 2012 Map of Kishwaukee, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Kishwaukee, 2012 Print
    2012 Kishwaukee
    2012 Print · USGS
    The confluence of the Rock and Kishwaukee Rivers south of Rockford defined the local landscape in the early 2010s. Researchers can trace rural cemetery locations like Winnebago Cem, aviation sites at Thrifty Acres Airport, and riverfront camps such as Camp Medill McCormick.
  52. 2015 Map of Oregon, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Oregon, 2015 Print
    2015 Oregon
    2015 Print · USGS
    Ogle County's riverfront communities come into focus during the mid-2010s as the Rock River winds between the settlements of Byron and Oregon. Researchers can trace local lineage through several landmarks, including Riverview Cem, Riverside Cem, and Margaret Fuller Island.
  55. 2015 Map of Seward, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Seward, 2015 Print
    2015 Seward
    2015 Print · USGS
    The Winnebago and Ogle County line passes through this part of Illinois during the mid-2010s, showcasing the rural landscapes surrounding Seward and Byron. Genealogists can trace several local burial grounds including Middle Creek Cemetery and Saint Mary's Cemetery.
  58. 2015 Map of Stillman Valley, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Stillman Valley, 2015 Print
    2015 Stillman Valley
    2015 Print · USGS
    Ogle County's agricultural and village life is detailed in this mid-2010s survey of the Stillman Creek watershed. Researchers can trace numerous family burial grounds and small settlements including Stillman Valley, Paynes Point, and the Stinsonian Cem.
  61. 2015 Map of Kishwaukee, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Kishwaukee, 2015 Print
    2015 Kishwaukee
    2015 Print · USGS
    North of the Ogle County line during the mid-2010s, this area shows a landscape defined by the winding Rock River and small rural hubs. Researchers can trace local heritage through the Winnebago Cem or locate the site of Loose Pulley Junction.
  64. 2018 Map of Seward, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Seward, 2018 Print
    2018 Seward
    2018 Print · USGS
    Winnebago and Ogle counties meet in this 2010s landscape defined by the agricultural settlements of Seward and Byron. Researchers can locate family landmarks like the Middle Creek Cem or trace the winding paths of Grove Cr and Mill Cr.
  67. 2018 Map of Stillman Valley, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Stillman Valley, 2018 Print
    2018 Stillman Valley
    2018 Print · USGS
    Stillman Valley and the surrounding Ogle County countryside are captured here in the late twenty-tens as the area maintains its traditional rural layout. Genealogists can trace several local burial grounds including Stillman Valley Cemetery, Chaney Cemetery, and Stinsonian Cemetery.
  70. 2018 Map of Oregon, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Oregon, 2018 Print
    2018 Oregon
    2018 Print · USGS
    The Rock River valley in Ogle County is captured here in the late 2010s, showing the corridor between Byron and Oregon. Researchers can locate several historic burial grounds like Ebenezer Reformed Cem and landmarks such as Fuller Island.
  73. 2018 Map of Kishwaukee, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Kishwaukee, 2018 Print
    2018 Kishwaukee
    2018 Print · USGS
    Winnebago and Ogle counties are captured here in the late twenty-teens, showing the agricultural lands and river valleys south of the Rockford area. Trace local history through family-named landmarks like Winnebago Cem, the settlement of Alworth, and the Rock River corridor.
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