Old Maps of Mercer, Maine for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 37 historic maps of Mercer. 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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Mercer, ME maps

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  1. 1894 Map of Norridgewock
    1894 Map of Norridgewock
    1894 Norridgewock
    1894 Print · USGS
    Somerset and Kennebec counties are shown at the height of the Victorian era, characterized by an intricate network of glacial lakes and river ferries. Genealogists can trace early homesteads and transport points like Davis Ferry, Belgrade Mills, and South Norridgewock.

  2. 1898 Map of Norridgewock
    1898 Map of Norridgewock
    1898 Norridgewock
    1898 Print · USGS
    Somerset and Kennebec Counties are shown here during the late Victorian era as the river-and-rail economy thrived. Genealogists can trace family holdings and old crossings like Davis Ferry, Belgrade Mills, and the historic village of Norridgewock.
    5 unique versions available

  3. 1943 Map of Norridgewock
    1943 Map of Norridgewock
    1943 Norridgewock
    1943 Print · USGS
    Somerset and Kennebec counties are shown here just after the start of the war, when the Maine Central railroad still connected these rural river towns. Researchers can locate specific family landmarks including the Whitehouse Cem, Hersom Sch, and the Norridgewock Rearing Pool.
    3 unique versions available

  4. 1948 Map of Bangor
    1948 Map of Bangor
    1948 Bangor
    1948 Print · USGS
    The Maine coast and its industrial river valleys are captured here shortly after the war, showing the vital shipping and rail hubs of the late 1940s. Genealogists and historians can trace the tracks of the Maine Central RR connecting Bangor, Augusta, and Old Town.

  5. 1956 Map of Norridgewock, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Norridgewock, 1958 Print
    1956 Norridgewock
    1958 Print · USGS
    Somerset and Kennebec counties are shown here in the mid-1950s, centered on the river convergence at Norridgewock. Genealogists and historians can trace local school districts like Whittier Sch and explore lakefront landmarks including Camp Abena and The Serpentine.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1956 Map of Bangor, 1966 Print
    1956 Map of Bangor, 1966 Print
    1956 Bangor
    1966 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Maine comes alive in this survey of the rugged coast and river valleys during the 1950s. Genealogists and historians can trace the vital rail corridors of the Maine Central RR connecting timber towns like Old Town to the coast at Bar Harbor.
    3 unique versions available

  7. 1960 Map of Bangor
    1960 Map of Bangor
    1960 Bangor
    1960 Print · USGS
    Central Maine in the sixties reveals a landscape of river-powered industry and sprawling coastal island chains. Researchers can trace the rail corridors of the Maine Central or locate mid-century aviation landmarks like Dow Air Force Base.

  8. 1961 Map of Bangor
    1961 Map of Bangor
    1961 Bangor
    1961 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Maine comes alive through its busy river ports and rocky archipelagoes during a period of steady maritime and rail commerce. Researchers can trace the path of the Maine Central railroad and locate coastal landmarks from Acadia National Park to Vinalhaven Island.

  9. 1975 Map of Norridgewock NE, 1980 Print
    1975 Map of Norridgewock NE, 1980 Print
    1975 Norridgewock NE
    1980 Print · USGS
    Somerset County's riverfront and woodlands are captured here in the mid-seventies, showing the intersection of rural life and the Kennebec River. Trace land use patterns near Norridgewock, the rise of Mount Tom, and the shorelines of North Pond.

  10. 1975 Map of Norridgewock SE, 1980 Print
    1975 Map of Norridgewock SE, 1980 Print
    1975 Norridgewock SE
    1980 Print · USGS
    The Belgrade Lakes region comes into sharp focus in the mid-1970s through this detailed orthophoto. Researchers can trace the exact development of shoreline settlements and rural crossroads like North Belgrade, Tyler Corner, and Rome.

  11. 1975 Map of Norridgewock SW, 1980 Print
    1975 Map of Norridgewock SW, 1980 Print
    1975 Norridgewock SW
    1980 Print · USGS
    The Kennebec County lakeland is seen from above in the mid-seventies, showing the literal footprint of woods and water. Trace the rural landscape between Belgrade Lakes and Rome Corner, including the shores of Long Pond.

  12. 1975 Map of Norridgewock NW, 1980 Print
    1975 Map of Norridgewock NW, 1980 Print
    1975 Norridgewock NW
    1980 Print · USGS
    Central Maine in the mid-seventies is revealed through this detailed orthophoto of the winding Sandy River valley. Genealogists and historians can trace the rural layouts of Starks and Mercer or locate homesteads along Bog Stream.

  13. 1982 Map of Norridgewock
    1982 Map of Norridgewock
    1982 Norridgewock
    1982 Print · USGS
    Somerset County's riverfront and upland terrain are documented here in the early eighties, capturing the area's development and natural hydrology. Genealogists and local historians can locate family landmarks like Ross Hill, rural cemeteries such as Gould Cem, and former school sites including Central Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  14. 1982 Map of Rome
    1982 Map of Rome
    1982 Rome
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Belgrade Lakes region comes into focus during the early eighties, showcasing a complex network of waterways and lakeside settlements. Trace historical land markers and rail lines like the Stone Town Bdry Mon and the Maine Central near North Belgrade.

  15. 1982 Map of Belgrade Lakes, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Belgrade Lakes, 1983 Print
    1982 Belgrade Lakes
    1983 Print · USGS
    Belgrade Lakes and its surrounding chain of ponds are captured here in the early 1980s, showcasing a landscape defined by seasonal residency and rugged hills. Researchers can trace local landmarks like Mount Vernon Airport, the Vienna Ch, and the shoreline of Great Belgrade Pond.
    3 unique versions available

  16. 1982 Map of Mercer, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Mercer, 1983 Print
    1982 Mercer
    1983 Print · USGS
    Somerset County's rural river valleys are shown in detail during the late twentieth century as traditional crossroads communities remained the focus of local life. Researchers can locate family burial sites like Hampshire Hill Cem or trace the early footprint of Beech Hill Airport and Starks Ch.

  17. 1985 Map of Skowhegan, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of Skowhegan, 1986 Print
    1985 Skowhegan
    1986 Print · USGS
    Central Maine in the mid-eighties shows a landscape of river-driven industry and rural crossroads. Genealogists can trace family names and farmsteads near Lake George or along the Maine Central Railroad through Pittsfield and Burnham.
    2 unique versions available

  18. 2011 Map of Mercer, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Mercer, 2011 Print
    2011 Mercer
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Mercer, including Norridgewock, New Sharon, and other nearby areas

  19. 2011 Map of Norridgewock, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Norridgewock, 2011 Print
    2011 Norridgewock
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Mercer, including Fairfield, Norridgewock, and other nearby areas

  20. 2011 Map of Rome, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Rome, 2011 Print
    2011 Rome
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Mercer, including Fairfield, Oakland, and other nearby areas

  21. 2011 Map of Belgrade Lakes, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Belgrade Lakes, 2011 Print
    2011 Belgrade Lakes
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Mercer, including Belgrade, Mount Vernon, and other nearby areas

  22. 2014 Map of Belgrade Lakes, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Belgrade Lakes, 2014 Print
    2014 Belgrade Lakes
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Mercer, including Belgrade, Mount Vernon, and other nearby areas

  23. 2014 Map of Rome, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Rome, 2014 Print
    2014 Rome
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Mercer, including Fairfield, Oakland, and other nearby areas

  24. 2014 Map of Mercer, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Mercer, 2014 Print
    2014 Mercer
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Mercer, including Norridgewock, New Sharon, and other nearby areas

  25. 2014 Map of Norridgewock, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Norridgewock, 2014 Print
    2014 Norridgewock
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Mercer, including Fairfield, Norridgewock, and other nearby areas

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