1900s (20th Century) Maps of Prophetstown, Illinois

Explore 6 historic maps of Prophetstown from the 1900s (20th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1900s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Prophetstown's landscape evolved across the 1900s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1900s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Prophetstown's history through authentic maps from the 1900s. This is your window into the past.


Prophetstown, IL maps

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  1. 1932 Map of Prophetstown
    1932 Map of Prophetstown
    1932 Prophetstown
    1932 Print · USGS
    Prophetstown and the Rock River valley are depicted here in the early 1930s, showing a rural landscape crisscrossed by an extensive system of drainage ditches and canals. Researchers can locate dozens of small schools and local landmarks, including Hamilton Grave Sch, the Lyndon Cemetery, and Denrock Station.

  2. 1936 Map of Prophetstown
    1936 Map of Prophetstown
    1936 Prophetstown
    1936 Print · USGS
    Whiteside and Henry counties are shown in the mid-1930s, defined by the Rock River and a dense network of prairie schoolhouses. Trace the Hooppole Yorktown and Tampico RR or find local landmarks like Thunderbolt Hill and St Marys Ch.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 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

  4. 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.

  5. 1982 Map of Prophetstown, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Prophetstown, 1983 Print
    1982 Prophetstown
    1983 Print · USGS
    Prophetstown and Lyndon sit along the winding Rock River in the early 1980s, showcasing a landscape of fertile islands and river-rail commerce. Genealogists and local historians can trace family sites at Washington Road Cem or locate the Hiland Landing Strip and Abandoned Bridge.

  6. 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

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