Historical Maps of Massachusetts
- 1885 Map of Massachusetts, United States
1885 MassachusettsIncludes Plymouth County, MA, Norfolk County, MA, and othersOriginally titled "Abington 1885"Published 1885 - 1885 Map of Massachusetts, United States
1885 MassachusettsIncludes Plymouth County, MA, and othersOriginally titled "Duxbury 1885"Published 1885 - 1885 Map of Massachusetts, United States
1885 MassachusettsIncludes Plymouth County, MA, Bristol County, MA, and othersOriginally titled "Middleboro 1885"Published 1885 - 1885 Map of Massachusetts, United States
1885 MassachusettsOriginally titled "New Bedford 1885"Published 1885 - 1885 Map of Massachusetts, United States
1885 MassachusettsOriginally titled "Northampton 1885"Published 1885 - 1885 Map of Massachusetts, United States
1885 MassachusettsOriginally titled "Sakonnet 1885"Published 1885 - 1885 Map of Massachusetts, United States
1885 MassachusettsOriginally titled "Sheffield 1885"Published 1885 - 1885 Map of Massachusetts, United States
1885 MassachusettsIncludes Taunton, MA, Plymouth County, MA, and othersOriginally titled "Taunton 1885"Published 1885 - 1885 Map of Massachusetts, United States
1885 MassachusettsIncludes Worcester, MA, and othersOriginally titled "Worcester 1885"Published 1885 - 1886 Map of Massachusetts, United States
1886 MassachusettsOriginally titled "Becket 1886"Published 1886
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Frequently asked questions about Massachusetts historical maps
Can I purchase a physical print of a historical map of Massachusetts?
Yes! Every map in our collection can be purchased as a museum-quality print that we meticulously lay out by hand to ensure the highest quality final product. We offer a variety of sizes and prints can be either framed or unframed. Explore purchase options by clicking the "Buy Print" button on any map page.
Why are historical maps of Massachusetts important for research and professional purposes?
Historical maps of Massachusetts offer a unique perspective on an area's past, making them invaluable for environmental consultants, surveyors, legal professionals, geneologists, historians, and hobbyists alike. They are used in environmental site assessments, lot line research, and land dispute resolution.
What types of historical maps are available for Massachusetts?
Our diverse collection includes detailed topographic maps from the United States Geological Survey's Historical Topographic Map Collection as well as from a variety of public and private collections we've sourced, each providing a unique glimpse into Massachusetts's past. We'll soon begin to offer historical aerial images as well.
What advanced features do you offer for professional use?
We offer advanced features including 3D terrain visualization, georeferencing, customizeable base maps, multi-layering capabilities, and annotation tools. These features allow for in-depth analysis, customization, and report building utilizing our historical map collection.
How can I find a specific historical map of Massachusetts?
Our platform has over 185,000 fully digitized and interactive maps, and 3,019 maps available specifically for Massachusetts. You can easily filter and search by address, place, date, scale, or landmark to find the specific map they need, or browse our collection by city, county, and state.
How can I contribute a historical map of Massachusetts that's not in your collection?
We welcome contributions! If you have a map that isn't in our collection, reach out to us at hello@pastmaps.com. We can assist with digitizing individual maps or entire collections.
What is the oldest map of Massachusetts in your collection?
The oldest map of Massachusetts in our collection is from 1885.
How can I download a map of Massachusetts?
Every map in our collection can be freely downloaded as a high-resolution GeoTIFF or GeoPDF file. You can use this file with mapping software or print it out for personal use.