1940s Maps of Lawrence, Kansas

Explore 2 historic maps of Lawrence from the 1940s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1940s — 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 Lawrence's landscape evolved across the 1940s, 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 1940s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
  • View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring Lawrence's history through authentic maps from the 1940s. This is your window into the past.


Lawrence, KS maps

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  1. 1947 Map of Lawrence, 1954 Print
    1947 Map of Lawrence, 1954 Print
    1947 Lawrence
    1954 Print · USGS
    Eastern Kansas and western Missouri thrive in the late 1940s, showing a landscape defined by major river valleys and a dense railway network. Genealogists can trace family settlements from Lawrence to Greenwood and locate landmarks like Olathe Navy and Lake Lotawana.

  2. 1949 Map of Williamstown, 1967 Print
    1949 Map of Williamstown, 1967 Print
    1949 Williamstown
    1967 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Jefferson County remains deeply agricultural as the river and rails dictate the local economy. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through numerous country schools like Clover Hill Sch and legacy sites such as Underwood Cem.
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