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Old Maps of Roanoke, Illinois for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 13 historic maps of Roanoke. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

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Roanoke, IL maps

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  1. 1955 Map of Minonk, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Minonk, 1956 Print
    1955 Minonk
    1956 Print · USGS
    Woodford and Marshall counties at mid-century reveal a thriving rail-and-coal economy across the Illinois prairie. Family researchers and historians can trace lineage at Mennonite Ch, find old Mine Dumps, or locate vanished landmarks like Spring Hill Sch.
  4. 1958 Map of Peoria, 1969 Print
    1958 Map of Peoria, 1969 Print
    1958 Peoria
    1969 Print · USGS
    Central Illinois thrived as a hub of education and transport during the late sixties, as the new interstate system began to reshape the prairie. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Springdale Cem, Bradley University, and the sprawling grounds of Chanute AFB.
    4 unique versions available
  7. 1961 Map of Peoria
    1961 Map of Peoria
    1961 Peoria
    1961 Print · USGS
    Central Illinois thrived at the intersection of river trade and rail power during the late fifties. Genealogists and local historians can trace the rail networks of the Illinois Central and Wabash, alongside landmarks like Chanute AFB and Weldon Springs State Park.
  10. 1963 Map of Peoria
    1963 Map of Peoria
    1963 Peoria
    1963 Print · USGS
    Central Illinois thrived as a rail and highway crossroads during the early sixties, centered on the bustling Illinois River valley. Genealogists and historians can trace the mid-century layout of Peoria, locate the grounds of Chanute Air Force Base, and follow historic lines like the Toledo Peoria and Western Railway.
  13. 1983 Map of Roanoke, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Roanoke, 1984 Print
    1983 Roanoke
    1984 Print · USGS
    Roanoke and the surrounding Woodford County prairie are captured here in the early 1980s. Researchers can locate several burial grounds and religious sites including Roanoke Cem, the Mennonite Ch, and the industrial Mine Dump east of town.
  16. 1985 Map of Peoria
    1985 Map of Peoria
    1985 Peoria
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Illinois River valley and the Tri-County area are captured here in the mid-1980s as industry and infrastructure reshaped the heart of the state. Researchers can trace the grounds of Jubilee College, locate the Stark Mine near Elmwood, or follow the busy tracks of the Norfolk and Western Railroad.
  19. 1989 Map of Peoria
    1989 Map of Peoria
    1989 Peoria
    1989 Print · USGS
    The Illinois River valley thrived as a regional center of industry, education, and transport during the late eighties. Researchers can trace the extensive rail networks of the Peoria and Pekin Union Railway or locate landmarks like Bradley University and the Peoria Air National Guard Base.
  22. 1990 Map of Peoria
    1990 Map of Peoria
    1990 Peoria
    1990 Print · USGS
    Central Illinois at the start of the nineties reveals a landscape of industrial river towns and sprawling university campuses. Researchers can trace the legacy of major institutions like Chanute Air Force Base and the University of Illinois alongside regional landmarks such as Sand Ridge State Forest.
  25. 2012 Map of Roanoke, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Roanoke, 2012 Print
    2012 Roanoke
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Roanoke, including Woodford County, United States, and other nearby areas
  28. 2015 Map of Roanoke, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Roanoke, 2015 Print
    2015 Roanoke
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Roanoke, including Woodford County, United States, and other nearby areas
  31. 2018 Map of Roanoke, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Roanoke, 2018 Print
    2018 Roanoke
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Roanoke, including Woodford County, United States, and other nearby areas
  34. 2021 Map of Roanoke, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Roanoke, 2021 Print
    2021 Roanoke
    2021 Print · USGS
    Covers Roanoke, including Woodford County, United States, and other nearby areas
  37. 2024 Map of Roanoke, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Roanoke, 2024 Print
    2024 Roanoke
    2024 Print · USGS
    The village of Roanoke and its surrounding prairie townships are captured here in the contemporary era. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous denominational sites, including the Roanoke Mennonite Cem, Apostolic Christian Cem, and Panther Creek Church of the Brethren Cem.
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