Historical Maps of Rowan County, Kentucky

What stories do these 50 old maps tell about Rowan County's past? From 1929 to present day, these maps reveal the evolution of streets, neighborhoods, iconic landmarks, and natural features in stunning high-res detail. Whether you're a history enthusiast, genealogist, or professional in education, environmental work, or architecture, these maps are perfect for exploration, research, and discovery.

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  • Trace Rowan County's growth: Explore earlier and latest maps and editions to uncover how the region changed over time.
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Begin your journey into Rowan County's history with these remarkable must-see maps.


Rowan County, KY maps

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  1. 1929 Map of Morehead
    1929 Map of Morehead
    1929 Morehead
    1929 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Morehead, Lakeview Heights, and other nearby areas

  2. 1929 Map of Salt Lick, 1961 Print
    1929 Map of Salt Lick, 1961 Print
    1929 Salt Lick
    1961 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Owingsville, Salt Lick, and other nearby areas

  3. 1934 Map of Salt Lick
    1934 Map of Salt Lick
    1934 Salt Lick
    1934 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Owingsville, Salt Lick, and other nearby areas

  4. 1935 Map of Morehead
    1935 Map of Morehead
    1935 Morehead
    1935 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Morehead, Lakeview Heights, and other nearby areas

  5. 1950 Map of Ault, 1952 Print
    1950 Map of Ault, 1952 Print
    1950 Ault
    1952 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Sideway, Beartown, and other nearby areas

  6. 1951 Map of Soldier, 1952 Print
    1951 Map of Soldier, 1952 Print
    1951 Soldier
    1952 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Fitch, Emerson, and other nearby areas

  7. 1951 Map of Cranston, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Cranston, 1953 Print
    1951 Cranston
    1953 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Triplett, Smile, and other nearby areas

  8. 1951 Map of Stricklett, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Stricklett, 1953 Print
    1951 Stricklett
    1953 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Petersville, Stricklett, and other nearby areas

  9. 1951 Map of Plummers Landing, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Plummers Landing, 1953 Print
    1951 Plummers Landing
    1953 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Plummers Mill, Muses Mills, and other nearby areas

  10. 1951 Map of Soldier, 1965 Print
    1951 Map of Soldier, 1965 Print
    1951 Soldier
    1965 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Fitch, Emerson, and other nearby areas

  11. 1951 Map of Cranston, 1967 Print
    1951 Map of Cranston, 1967 Print
    1951 Cranston
    1967 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Triplett, Smile, and other nearby areas

  12. 1951 Map of Plummers Landing, 1973 Print
    1951 Map of Plummers Landing, 1973 Print
    1951 Plummers Landing
    1973 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Plummers Mill, Muses Mills, and other nearby areas

  13. 1951 Map of Stricklett, 1973 Print
    1951 Map of Stricklett, 1973 Print
    1951 Stricklett
    1973 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Petersville, Stricklett, and other nearby areas

  14. 1951 Map of Stricklett, 1978 Print
    1951 Map of Stricklett, 1978 Print
    1951 Stricklett
    1978 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Petersville, Stricklett, and other nearby areas

  15. 1951 Map of Plummers Landing, 1979 Print
    1951 Map of Plummers Landing, 1979 Print
    1951 Plummers Landing
    1979 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Plummers Mill, Muses Mills, and other nearby areas

  16. 1951 Map of Stricklett, 1991 Print
    1951 Map of Stricklett, 1991 Print
    1951 Stricklett
    1991 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Petersville, Stricklett, and other nearby areas

  17. 1953 Map of Haldeman, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Haldeman, 1954 Print
    1953 Haldeman
    1954 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Hays Crossing, Christy, and other nearby areas

  18. 1953 Map of Farmers, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Farmers, 1954 Print
    1953 Farmers
    1954 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Salt Lick, Lakeview Heights, and other nearby areas

  19. 1953 Map of Bangor, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Bangor, 1954 Print
    1953 Bangor
    1954 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Lick Fork, Zilpo Recreation Area, and other nearby areas

  20. 1953 Map of Salt Lick, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Salt Lick, 1954 Print
    1953 Salt Lick
    1954 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Salt Lick, Clear Creek Furnace, and other nearby areas

  21. 1953 Map of Wrigley, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Wrigley, 1954 Print
    1953 Wrigley
    1954 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Craney, Blaze, and other nearby areas

  22. 1953 Map of Morehead, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Morehead, 1955 Print
    1953 Morehead
    1955 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Morehead, Lakeview Heights, and other nearby areas

  23. 1953 Map of Colfax, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Colfax, 1955 Print
    1953 Colfax
    1955 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Owingsville, Peasticks, and other nearby areas

  24. 1953 Map of Bangor, 1965 Print
    1953 Map of Bangor, 1965 Print
    1953 Bangor
    1965 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Lick Fork, Zilpo Recreation Area, and other nearby areas

  25. 1953 Map of Morehead, 1966 Print
    1953 Map of Morehead, 1966 Print
    1953 Morehead
    1966 Print · USGS
    Covers Rowan County, including Morehead, Lakeview Heights, and other nearby areas

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