Old Maps of Marion, Iowa for Hiking & Exploration

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Marion, IA maps

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  1. 1888 Map of Marion
    1888 Map of Marion
    1888 Marion
    1888 Print · USGS
    Linn County thrives as a late 19th-century rail center where major lines intersect at the growing town of Marion. Genealogists and historians can trace the early township divisions and steam-era routes like the Illinois Central Railroad and Central City.

  2. 1889 Map of Marion
    1889 Map of Marion
    1889 Marion
    1889 Print · USGS
    Marion and the surrounding townships in the 1880s show a landscape transformed by the iron horse and river trade. Genealogists can trace the early rail-connected footprints of Marion, Central City, and Toddville along the Illinois Central Railroad.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1903 Map of Winthrop
    1903 Map of Winthrop
    1903 Winthrop
    1903 Print · USGS
    East Central Iowa was a landscape of thriving rail towns and river crossings at the turn of the century. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprints of Independence and Marion, or locate smaller centers like Quasqueton and Toddville.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1959 Map of Dubuque, 1982 Print
    1959 Map of Dubuque, 1982 Print
    1959 Dubuque
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Tri-State region comes alive in the mid-twentieth century as a hub of river commerce and rail transit. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Illinois Central Gulf through Dubuque or locate the Savanna Ordnance Depot and Lock and Dam No 11.

  5. 1961 Map of Dubuque
    1961 Map of Dubuque
    1961 Dubuque
    1961 Print · USGS
    The Tri-State region's river-and-rail landscape is captured here during the early sixties, showing the convergence of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Trace mid-century rail lines like the Chicago Great Western Ry and explore sites like the Savanna Ordnance Depot and Backbone State Park.

  6. 1962 Map of Dubuque
    1962 Map of Dubuque
    1962 Dubuque
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Tri-State region's river-and-rail economy is captured here in the early sixties, centered on the Mississippi River bluffs. Genealogists and historians can locate Numerous lead and zinc mines, the New Melleray Abbey Monastery, and rural hubs like Saint Olaf.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1967 Map of Cedar Rapids North, 1969 Print
    1967 Map of Cedar Rapids North, 1969 Print
    1967 Cedar Rapids North
    1969 Print · USGS
    Northern Linn County was undergoing rapid suburban transformation in the late sixties as residential blocks expanded toward the older rail junctions. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprint of Hiawatha and Robins, finding vanished landmarks like the Drive-in Theater and the early Lindale Plaza Shopping Center.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1968 Map of Marion, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Marion, 1970 Print
    1968 Marion
    1970 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Iowa comes to life in this detailed survey of Marion, showing the community as it expanded along the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific rail line. Genealogists can trace family roots at Crabapple Cemetery or locate old neighborhood landmarks like Washington School and the County Home.
    3 unique versions available

  9. 1975 Map of Cedar Rapids North, 1976 Print
    1975 Map of Cedar Rapids North, 1976 Print
    1975 Cedar Rapids North
    1976 Print · USGS
    Cedar Rapids and Hiawatha show significant suburban expansion in the mid-seventies as new developments spread toward Toddville. Researchers can trace local landmarks like Mount Mercy College, Dunkard Ch, and the Chain Lakes Landing Strip during this era of growth.

  10. 1976 Map of Dubuque
    1976 Map of Dubuque
    1976 Dubuque
    1976 Print · USGS
    The tri-state borderlands of Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois come alive during the mid-seventies, showing a region built on river commerce and mining. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Illinois Central railroad or locate heritage sites like the New Melleray Abbey Monastery and Backbone State Park.

  11. 1984 Map of Anamosa, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Anamosa, 1985 Print
    1984 Anamosa
    1985 Print · USGS
    Eastern Iowa's river valleys and farming communities are captured here in the mid-eighties, showing a landscape defined by the Wapsipinicon River and Maquoketa River. Genealogists and historians can locate legacy landmarks like the Independence State Hospital, Ebys Mill, and the State Penal Farm.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 1994 Map of Cedar Rapids North
    1994 Map of Cedar Rapids North
    1994 Cedar Rapids North
    1994 Print · USGS
    Northern Linn County emerges in the early nineties as suburban expansion moves toward established communities like Toddville and Robins. Researchers can trace local genealogy at Dunkard Cem, explore the Cedar Valley Nature Trail, or locate landmarks like Mcbride Airfield.
    2 unique versions available

  13. 1994 Map of Marion
    1994 Map of Marion
    1994 Marion
    1994 Print · USGS
    Marion and the northern reaches of Cedar Rapids are captured here in the mid-nineties, showing a landscape of rapid suburban growth and established rural roots. Researchers can trace local genealogy and land use through landmarks like Oakshade Cem, the OLD RAILROAD GRADE, and schools such as Linn-Mar Sch.

  14. 2010 Map of Marion, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Marion, 2010 Print
    2010 Marion
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Marion, including Cedar Rapids, Linn County, and other nearby areas

  15. 2010 Map of Cedar Rapids North, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Cedar Rapids North, 2010 Print
    2010 Cedar Rapids North
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Marion, including Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha, and other nearby areas

  16. 2013 Map of Marion, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Marion, 2013 Print
    2013 Marion
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Marion, including Cedar Rapids, Linn County, and other nearby areas

  17. 2013 Map of Cedar Rapids North, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Cedar Rapids North, 2013 Print
    2013 Cedar Rapids North
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Marion, including Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha, and other nearby areas

  18. 2015 Map of Marion, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Marion, 2015 Print
    2015 Marion
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Marion, including Cedar Rapids, Linn County, and other nearby areas

  19. 2015 Map of Cedar Rapids North, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Cedar Rapids North, 2015 Print
    2015 Cedar Rapids North
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Marion, including Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha, and other nearby areas

  20. 2018 Map of Cedar Rapids North, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Cedar Rapids North, 2018 Print
    2018 Cedar Rapids North
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Marion, including Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha, and other nearby areas

  21. 2018 Map of Marion, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Marion, 2018 Print
    2018 Marion
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Marion, including Cedar Rapids, Linn County, and other nearby areas

  22. 2022 Map of Cedar Rapids North, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Cedar Rapids North, 2022 Print
    2022 Cedar Rapids North
    2022 Print · USGS
    The northern reaches of Cedar Rapids and the surrounding communities of Linn County are shown here in modern detail. Genealogists and historians can locate several family and community landmarks, such as Dunkard Cemetery, Linn Junction, and Mount Mercy University.

  23. 2023 Map of Marion, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Marion, 2023 Print
    2023 Marion
    2023 Print · USGS
    Marion and its rural Linn County surroundings are documented here in the early 2020s as urban growth meets longstanding family landmarks. Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy sites like Oakshade Cem, Hoosier Bend, and Martin Creek Cem amidst the changing suburban landscape.

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