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Old Maps of Kenton County, Kentucky for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 62 historic maps of Kenton County. 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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Kenton County, KY maps

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  1. 1898 Map of East Cincinnati, 1964 Print
    1898 Map of East Cincinnati, 1964 Print
    1898 East Cincinnati
    1964 Print · USGS
    Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky emerge as a bustling riverfront and rail hub at the turn of the century. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprints of Coney Island Resort, the Longview Asylum, and the Cincinnati Waterworks.
  4. 1914 Map of East Cincinnati
    1914 Map of East Cincinnati
    1914 East Cincinnati
    1914 Print · USGS
    The eastern Cincinnati suburbs and Northern Kentucky riverfront come alive in this pre-war survey of industrial and residential growth. Genealogists can trace family footprints near the St Aloysius Orphan Asylum, Alpine Bell School, or the Covington Reservoirs.
    4 unique versions available
  7. 1914 Map of West Cincinnati
    1914 Map of West Cincinnati
    1914 West Cincinnati
    1914 Print · USGS
    Cincinnati and the Ohio River valley appear here in a period of intense industrial growth and suburban expansion just before the First World War. Researchers can trace the dense rail networks of the Chesapeake and Ohio or locate early institutions like the Ohio Military Institute and Spring Grove Cemetery.
    4 unique versions available
  10. 1929 Map of Alexandria
    1929 Map of Alexandria
    1929 Alexandria
    1929 Print · USGS
    Northern Kentucky and the Ohio River border appear here in the late twenties as a bustling landscape of ridge-top farms and river-valley rail towns. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous local landmarks like Oak Island Ch, Grants Lick, and the many rural schools such as Carthage Sch.
  13. 1936 Map of Alexandria
    1936 Map of Alexandria
    1936 Alexandria
    1936 Print · USGS
    Northern Kentucky and the Ohio River valley appear here in the mid-1930s, showing a landscape defined by sharp river bends and rural rail stops. Researchers can trace historic schools and parish centers like Sts Peter and Paul Sch, the winding Licking Valley Highway, and the riverside operations at Gubser Mill.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1950 Map of Independence, 1952 Print
    1950 Map of Independence, 1952 Print
    1950 Independence
    1952 Print · USGS
    Northern Kentucky in the early postwar years reveals a landscape of ridge-top farms and creek-bottom rail lines. Researchers can trace family sites near Independence or locate rural landmarks like New Banklick Ch and Independence Sta.
  19. 1950 Map of Walton, 1952 Print
    1950 Map of Walton, 1952 Print
    1950 Walton
    1952 Print · USGS
    Northern Kentucky's rail-dependent landscape is captured here at mid-century, centered on the busy junction at Walton. Genealogists can trace family heritage through dozens of small burial grounds like Cook-Smith Cem and Grayson Cem or rural stops at Bracht Station.
  22. 1950 Map of Covington, 1953 Print
    1950 Map of Covington, 1953 Print
    1950 Covington
    1953 Print · USGS
    Northern Kentucky's riverfront and southern suburbs are captured here at the mid-century mark as neighborhoods expanded along the Dixie Highway. Genealogists and historians can trace family plots in Highland Cem or locate community landmarks like the Villa Madonna and Dixie Heights High Sch.
  25. 1952 Map of Newport, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Newport, 1953 Print
    1952 Newport
    1953 Print · USGS
    Northern Kentucky during the early fifties shows a bustling riverfront and established hillside neighborhoods at the junction of two major rivers. Genealogists and historians can locate family landmarks like Evergreen Cemetery, Kenton Co Infirmary, and numerous schools including Bellevue High Sch.
  28. 1953 Map of De Mossville, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of De Mossville, 1955 Print
    1953 De Mossville
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Licking River valley in the early fifties was a landscape of tight-knit rail communities and upland farms where Kenton, Campbell, and Pendleton counties meet. Genealogists can trace family footprints at Smith Cem, DeMossville, and country churches like Oak Island Ch.
  31. 1953 Map of Alexandria, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Alexandria, 1955 Print
    1953 Alexandria
    1955 Print · USGS
    Northern Kentucky in the early fifties shows a landscape of winding river valleys and hilltop communities. Researchers can trace the Louisville and Nashville rail line and locate landmarks like the Tenmile House, White Villa, and Claryville.
  34. 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
  37. 1955 Map of Independence, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Independence, 1956 Print
    1955 Independence
    1956 Print · USGS
    Kenton County communities like Independence and Florence are shown in the mid-fifties as they balanced rural tradition with post-war growth. Researchers can trace family history through several local landmarks, including Independence Cem, Eggleston Ch, and the Simon Kenton High Sch.
  40. 1955 Map of Newport, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Newport, 1957 Print
    1955 Newport
    1957 Print · USGS
    The riverfront communities of Northern Kentucky and Southern Ohio are captured here in the mid-fifties as urban density expands into the surrounding hills. Genealogists and historians can trace institutional landmarks like Evergreen Cemetery, Lunken Airport, and the St Anne Convent.
  43. 1955 Map of Covington, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Covington, 1957 Print
    1955 Covington
    1957 Print · USGS
    Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky come alive in this mid-fifties survey of the bustling riverfront and its growing suburbs. Researchers can trace historical church parishes and schools like St Marys Hosp, St Johns Cem, and Villa Madonna Academy across the river valley.
  46. 1956 Map of Louisville, 1971 Print
    1956 Map of Louisville, 1971 Print
    1956 Louisville
    1971 Print · USGS
    The Ohio River valley and the Kentucky Bluegrass are captured here during a period of rapid mid-century growth and industrial activity. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-centered towns and military land use at Fort Knox and the Jefferson Proving Ground.
    2 unique versions available
  49. 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.
  52. 1961 Map of Alexandria, 1962 Print
    1961 Map of Alexandria, 1962 Print
    1961 Alexandria
    1962 Print · USGS
    Northern Kentucky in the early sixties remains a landscape of river-bend farms and ridge-line communities along the Kenton and Campbell county line. Genealogists and hikers can trace old family roads and landmark sites like Pleasant Ridge Ch, Grants Bend, and the Louisville and Nashville rail line.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 1961 Map of Walton, 1962 Print
    1961 Map of Walton, 1962 Print
    1961 Walton
    1962 Print · USGS
    Northern Kentucky's ridge-and-hollow farming country is captured here in the early sixties at the junction of three counties. Genealogists can trace family lines through numerous rural burial sites like Byland Cem and Fishback Cem or locate the community hubs of Piner and Crittenden.
    2 unique versions available
  58. 1961 Map of Independence, 1962 Print
    1961 Map of Independence, 1962 Print
    1961 Independence
    1962 Print · USGS
    Kenton and Boone counties are shown here in the early sixties, as suburban expansion began to reach southward into traditional Kentucky farmland. Trace family roots and local history at Kenton High Sch, Independence Cem, or the Drive-in Theater near Florence.
    2 unique versions available
  61. 1961 Map of De Mossville, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of De Mossville, 1963 Print
    1961 De Mossville
    1963 Print · USGS
    The Licking River valley was defined by its winding waters and the Louisville and Nashville rail line in the early sixties. Genealogists can trace family names at Caldwell Cem or locate the rural hubs of De Mossville and Morning View.
  64. 1961 Map of Covington, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Covington, 1963 Print
    1961 Covington
    1963 Print · USGS
    The Ohio River corridor comes alive in the early sixties as industrial centers and hillside neighborhoods bridge the state line. Genealogists and historians can trace St Josephs Cemetery, find the St Johns Orphanage, or locate the Anderson Ferry crossing.
    3 unique versions available
  67. 1961 Map of Newport, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Newport, 1963 Print
    1961 Newport
    1963 Print · USGS
    Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky were entering a period of suburban maturation in the early sixties as riverfront industry met rising hilltop neighborhoods. Researchers can trace local landmarks like Coney Island Amusement Park, Evergreen Cemetery, and the VA Hospital at Fort Thomas.
    3 unique versions available
  70. 1964 Map of Louisville
    1964 Map of Louisville
    1964 Louisville
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Ohio River valley and Kentucky Bluegrass are captured in the mid-1960s, showing a region balanced between industrial growth and its agrarian roots. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of county seats like Shelbyville and Paris, or locate established institutions such as Georgetown College and Bernheim Forest.
  73. 1981 Map of Covington
    1981 Map of Covington
    1981 Covington
    1981 Print · USGS
    Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati meet along the river in the early eighties as suburban communities expand into the hills. Trace the development of Villa Hills and Fort Wright, or locate family sites at Highland Cemetery and Linden Grove Cem.
    2 unique versions available
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