Old Maps of Lawrence, Indianapolis for Hiking & Exploration

Hike through history with 41 historic maps of Lawrence. Explore old trails, ghost towns, and forgotten backroads — perfect for outdoor adventurers and local explorers.

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Lawrence, Indianapolis maps

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  1. 1948 Map of Indianapolis East
    1948 Map of Indianapolis East
    1948 Indianapolis East
    1948 Print · USGS
    Northeast Marion County is documented here during the post-war industrial boom, showing the expansion of Indianapolis toward Lawrence. Researchers can locate vanished landmarks like Brightwood Airport, the Naval Ordnance Plant, and numerous local sites like Browning Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1952 Map of Cumberland, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Cumberland, 1953 Print
    1952 Cumberland
    1953 Print · USGS
    The rural borderlands of Marion and Hancock Counties are captured here in the early fifties, showing the footprint of Fort Benjamin Harrison alongside small farming hamlets. Researchers can locate numerous family burial sites like Snider Cem and Arnett Cem, or trace the path of the New York Central Railroad.

  3. 1952 Map of Fishers, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Fishers, 1953 Print
    1952 Fishers
    1953 Print · USGS
    Central Indiana in the early fifties shows a patchwork of fertile farmland and growing river towns along the White River. Genealogists and local historians can locate several family cemeteries like Eller Cem and early landmarks including White Chapel and the Township Sch.

  4. 1952 Map of Mc Cordsville, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Mc Cordsville, 1953 Print
    1952 Mc Cordsville
    1953 Print · USGS
    Central Indiana in the early fifties shows the expansion of Geist Reservoir and the established rail lines. Genealogists can trace family landmarks and rural homesteads through McCordsville, Highland Cem, and Bethlehem Ch.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1953 Map of Cincinnati, 1965 Print
    1953 Map of Cincinnati, 1965 Print
    1953 Cincinnati
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Ohio River valley and the industrial heartland of Indiana and Ohio are captured here during the mid-century peak of rail and river commerce. Genealogists and historians can trace connections between Cincinnati and outlying military sites like Camp Atterbury and Bakalar AFB.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1953 Map of Indianapolis, 1965 Print
    1953 Map of Indianapolis, 1965 Print
    1953 Indianapolis
    1965 Print · USGS
    Central Indiana and the Illinois borderlands are captured in the mid-sixties, showing the growth of Indianapolis and its industrial rail corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of outlying towns like Zionsville or Beech Grove and find landmarks such as Atterbury AAF and Turkey Run State Park.
    4 unique versions available

  7. 1956 Map of Indianapolis
    1956 Map of Indianapolis
    1956 Indianapolis
    1956 Print · USGS
    Central Indiana in the mid-fifties is captured during a period of industrial growth and military presence. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail networks of the New York Central or locate regional landmarks like Fort Benjamin Harrison and Camp Atterbury.

  8. 1957 Map of Indianapolis
    1957 Map of Indianapolis
    1957 Indianapolis
    1957 Print · USGS
    Central Indiana in the mid-fifties is captured here as a crossroads of major rail lines and nascent federal highways. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named ridges like Poplar Ridge or locate strategic sites like Camp Atterbury and Speedway.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1957 Map of Cincinnati
    1957 Map of Cincinnati
    1957 Cincinnati
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Ohio River valley and its surrounding highlands thrived during the mid-fifties industrial peak, centered on the bustling Cincinnati and Dayton metropolitan hubs. Researchers can trace the extensive rail networks and military sites like Wright-Patterson AFB and Camp Atterbury.

  10. 1959 Map of Fishers, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Fishers, 1960 Print
    1959 Fishers
    1960 Print · USGS
    Suburban Indianapolis and rural Hamilton County meet here in the late fifties as residential growth begins to reshape the landscape. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Fishers and New Britton or locate old burial grounds like Heady Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1959 Map of Indianapolis East, 1961 Print
    1959 Map of Indianapolis East, 1961 Print
    1959 Indianapolis East
    1961 Print · USGS
    The eastern suburbs of Indianapolis were rapidly expanding in the late fifties as residential neighborhoods grew around established military and industrial hubs. Researchers can trace local heritage through numerous parochial sites like Holy Spirit Sch & Ch and major landmarks including the Fort Benjamin Harrison Military Reservation.

  12. 1962 Map of Indianapolis
    1962 Map of Indianapolis
    1962 Indianapolis
    1962 Print · USGS
    Central Indiana and the Illinois borderlands are captured here in the early sixties, showing the region's dense rail networks and growing urban centers. Genealogists and historians can locate family-named landmarks and institutions like Crown Hill Cem, Indiana University, and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

  13. 1962 Map of Mc Cordsville, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of Mc Cordsville, 1963 Print
    1962 Mc Cordsville
    1963 Print · USGS
    The Geist Reservoir area undergoes a mid-century transformation where rural crossroads meet new lakeside developments. Researchers can trace ancestral sites at Arnett Cem or the rail history of McCordsville along the New York Central line.
    3 unique versions available

  14. 1962 Map of Cumberland, 1964 Print
    1962 Map of Cumberland, 1964 Print
    1962 Cumberland
    1964 Print · USGS
    Cumberland and the eastern fringes of Indianapolis are shown here during a period of significant mid-century expansion. Researchers can trace family history through dozens of named burial grounds like Eastes Cem or locate defunct landmarks such as the Drive-in Theater and Fort Benjamin Harrison.
    5 unique versions available

  15. 1967 Map of Fishers, 1969 Print
    1967 Map of Fishers, 1969 Print
    1967 Fishers
    1969 Print · USGS
    Northeast of Indianapolis in the late sixties, this area shows the early pulse of suburban expansion along the White River. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Fishers, locate the Farley Cem, and see the early layout of New Britton and Allisonville.
    5 unique versions available

  16. 1967 Map of Indianapolis East, 1970 Print
    1967 Map of Indianapolis East, 1970 Print
    1967 Indianapolis East
    1970 Print · USGS
    Marion County's eastern neighborhoods and military grounds are captured here in the late sixties as suburban development expands toward the Lawrence area. Researchers can trace local genealogy through numerous institutions like Scecina High Sch or find industrial roots at the Hawthorne Yards.
    3 unique versions available

  17. 1986 Map of Indianapolis
    1986 Map of Indianapolis
    1986 Indianapolis
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Indiana capital and its surrounding counties are captured here in the mid-1980s, showcasing the height of its orbital highway development and suburban growth. Researchers can trace the legacy of the Fort Benjamin Harrison Military Reservation, follow the Conrail lines, or locate family roots in Beech Grove, Greencastle, and Zionsville.
    2 unique versions available

  18. 1986 Map of New Castle
    1986 Map of New Castle
    1986 New Castle
    1986 Print · USGS
    East Central Indiana remains a patchwork of thriving county seats and rail-side hamlets in the mid-eighties. Genealogists and historians can locate family landmarks such as East Hill Cemetery, Little Blue River Church, and the transit lines of the CONRAIL railroad.
    2 unique versions available

  19. 1998 Map of Fishers, 2000 Print
    1998 Map of Fishers, 2000 Print
    1998 Fishers
    2000 Print · USGS
    The northern edge of the Indianapolis metro area is shown here in the late nineties as residential growth transforms the White River valley. Genealogists and local historians can locate legacy sites like New Britton, White Chapel, and the historic Heady Cem alongside modern landmarks.

  20. 1998 Map of Indianapolis East, 2001 Print
    1998 Map of Indianapolis East, 2001 Print
    1998 Indianapolis East
    2001 Print · USGS
    Marion County’s eastern suburbs and urban neighborhoods are captured here in the late nineties as a fully realized landscape of industry and community. Researchers can locate dozens of parish schools and historic burial grounds like Fall Creek Cemetery or trace the sprawling U S Naval Reservation.

  21. 1998 Map of Mc Cordsville, 2002 Print
    1998 Map of Mc Cordsville, 2002 Print
    1998 Mc Cordsville
    2002 Print · USGS
    The growing communities northeast of Indianapolis come into focus here during the late nineties as residential development meets rural heritage. Genealogists and local historians can trace family plots like Arnett Cem or explore the early layouts of Woodbury and McCordsville along the Conrail tracks.

  22. 2010 Map of Cumberland, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Cumberland, 2010 Print
    2010 Cumberland
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Lawrence, including Indianapolis, McCordsville, and other nearby areas

  23. 2010 Map of McCordsville, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of McCordsville, 2010 Print
    2010 McCordsville
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Lawrence, including Indianapolis, Fishers, and other nearby areas

  24. 2010 Map of Indianapolis East, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Indianapolis East, 2010 Print
    2010 Indianapolis East
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Lawrence, including Indianapolis, Warren Park, and other nearby areas

  25. 2010 Map of Fishers, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Fishers, 2010 Print
    2010 Fishers
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Lawrence, including Indianapolis, Carmel, and other nearby areas

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