What are the different types of historical maps available for Kentucky?

There are a diverse and wide variety of historical maps available for Kentucky. On Pastmaps.com, you'll find 3,713 topographic maps and aerials.

What is the oldest map of Kentucky?

According to Pastmaps.com, the oldest map of Kentucky is from 1886.

Where can I purchase historical maps of Kentucky for my home or office?

You can purchase museum-quality prints of any of the 3,713 historical maps of Kentucky on Pastmaps.com.

Where can I download high-res historical maps of Kentucky?

You can download high-res versions of any of the 3,713 historical maps of Kentucky on Pastmaps.com. Use them however you'd like, no subscription required.

Are there historical topographic maps available for Kentucky?

According to Pastmaps.com, there are 3,713 historical topographic maps available for Kentucky.

Is there historical aerial imagery available for Kentucky?

According to Pastmaps.com, high-res modern satellite and LiDAR imagery are available for this area, but historical aerial imagery is not yet available.

Where are historical maps of Kentucky sourced from?

According to Pastmaps.com, historical maps of Kentucky are sourced from a variety of trusted public and private collections, including libraries and archives such as the USGS and the US Library of Congress.

Historical Maps of Kentucky

What stories do these 3,713 old maps tell about Kentucky's past? From 1886 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.

Discover Kentucky's history through maps:

Trace Kentucky's growth: Explore earlier and latest maps and editions to uncover how the region changed over time.
Examine technical details: Each map includes its creators, publishers, scale, dimensions, and full source information.
Layer maps with modern tools & imagery: Compare historical maps to modern-day with high-resolution satellite imagery and detailed LiDAR layers.
Sourced from trusted archives: Carefully preserved and digitized by institutions like the United Stated Geological Survey and the US Library of Congress.
Access in any format: View and explore in high resolution, download for offline use, or order a museum-quality print for yourself or a loved one.

Begin your journey into Kentucky's history with these remarkable must-see maps.

Kentucky maps

(3,713)

1886 Map of Cumberland Gap
1886 Cumberland Gap
1886 Print · USGS
Covers portions of Kentucky, including Whitley County, Cumberland Gap, Virginia, and others.
$39.00+
Sale $31.20+
1886 Map of Grundy
1886 Grundy
1886 Print · USGS
Covers portions of Kentucky, including Pike County, Grundy, and others.
$29.00+
Sale $23.20+
1886 Map of Prestonsburg
1886 Prestonsburg
1886 Print · USGS
Covers portions of Kentucky.
$29.00+
Sale $23.20+
1887 Map of Jonesville
1887 Jonesville
1887 Print · USGS
Covers portions of Kentucky, including Leslie County, Jonesville, Lee County, and others.
$29.00+
Sale $23.20+
1887 Map of Warfield
1887 Warfield
1887 Print · USGS
Covers portions of Kentucky, including Warfield, Virginia, West Virginia, and others.
$29.00+
Sale $23.20+
1888 Map of Cumberland Gap
1888 Cumberland Gap
1888 Print · USGS
Covers portions of Kentucky, including Whitley County, Cumberland Gap, Virginia, and others.
$29.00+
Sale $23.20+
1889 Map of Salyersville, 1949 Print
1889 Salyersville
1949 Print · USGS
Covers portions of Kentucky, including Salyersville, Lawrence County, Knott County, and others.
$29.00+
Sale $23.20+
1890 Map of Grundy
1890 Grundy
1890 Print · USGS
Covers portions of Kentucky, including Pike County, Grundy, and others.
$29.00+
Sale $23.20+
1890 Map of Whitesburg
1890 Whitesburg
1890 Print · USGS
Covers portions of Kentucky.
$29.00+
Sale $23.20+
1890 Map of Williamsburg
1890 Williamsburg
1890 Print · USGS
Covers portions of Kentucky, including Williamsburg, Tennessee, and others.
$29.00+
Sale $23.20+

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Frequently asked questions

What are the different types of historical maps available for Kentucky?
There are a diverse and wide variety of historical maps available for Kentucky. On Pastmaps.com, you'll find 3,713 topographic maps and aerials.
What is the oldest map of Kentucky?
According to Pastmaps.com, the oldest map of Kentucky is this 1886 Map of Cumberland Gap.
Where can I purchase historical maps of Kentucky for my home or office?
You can purchase museum-quality prints of any of the 3,713 historical maps of Kentucky on Pastmaps.com.
Where can I download high-res historical maps of Kentucky?
You can download high-res versions of any of the 3,713 historical maps of Kentucky on Pastmaps.com. Use them however you'd like, no subscription required.
Are there historical topographic maps available for Kentucky?
According to Pastmaps.com, there are 3,713 historical topographic maps available for Kentucky.
Is there historical aerial imagery available for Kentucky?
According to Pastmaps.com, high-res modern satellite and LiDAR imagery are available for this area, but historical aerial imagery is not yet available.
Where are historical maps of Kentucky sourced from?
According to Pastmaps.com, historical maps of Kentucky are sourced from a variety of trusted public and private collections, including libraries and archives such as the USGS and the US Library of Congress.