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Old Maps of Washington County, Maryland

Explore 156 old maps of Washington County, spanning from 1884 to today. These high-resolution historic maps reveal how streets, neighborhoods, landmarks, and natural features evolved over time — perfect for genealogy, metal detecting, research, and local history exploration.

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Washington County, MD maps

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  1. 1884 Map of Harpers Ferry
    1884 Map of Harpers Ferry
    1884 Harpers Ferry
    1884 Print · USGS
    The confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers is captured in the mid-1880s, documenting a landscape of strategic gaps and vital transit corridors. Researchers can trace the path of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and locate historic river crossings like Conrad Ferry and Castleman Ferry.
  4. 1891 Map of Harpers Ferry
    1891 Map of Harpers Ferry
    1891 Harpers Ferry
    1891 Print · USGS
    The tri-state borderlands of the Potomac and Shenandoah valleys were a vital hub of transport and trade in the late 1800s. Researchers can trace historic river crossings like Castlemans Ferry, follow the route of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, or locate family-named settlements like Oatlands and Taylorstown.
  7. 1893 Map of Harpers Ferry, 1898 Print
    1893 Map of Harpers Ferry, 1898 Print
    1893 Harpers Ferry
    1898 Print · USGS
    The tri-state region of the Potomac and Shenandoah valleys is captured here in the late nineteenth century, showing a landscape defined by water and rail. Trace the historic Chesapeake and Ohio Canal or locate local landmarks like Snyder Mills and Harpers Ferry.
    7 unique versions available
  10. 1898 Map of Paw Paw, 1982 Print
    1898 Map of Paw Paw, 1982 Print
    1898 Paw Paw
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Potomac River meanders through the Appalachian ridges at the turn of the century, where Maryland, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania meet. Genealogists and historians can trace the early industrial corridor of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and find old rail stops like Magnolia and Doe Gully.
  13. 1899 Map of Hancock, 1960 Print
    1899 Map of Hancock, 1960 Print
    1899 Hancock
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Potomac River valley at the turn of the century shows a bustling corridor of trade where Maryland, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania meet. Genealogy researchers can trace family landmarks like Stotlers Crossroads, Yeakle Mill, and the historic Fort Frederick.
  16. 1900 Map of Pawpaw
    1900 Map of Pawpaw
    1900 Pawpaw
    1900 Print · USGS
    The Potomac River's intricate meanders define this borderland at the close of the nineteenth century. Researchers can trace the parallel routes of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad past Magnolia, Dam No. 6, and Fisher Ford.
    8 unique versions available
  19. 1901 Map of Hancock
    1901 Map of Hancock
    1901 Hancock
    1901 Print · USGS
    Maryland and West Virginia met at the turn of the century along a busy corridor of river transport and rail expansion. Genealogists can trace family roots through old landmarks like Yeakle Mill, Fairview Church, and early hamlets such as Stotlers Crossroads.
    8 unique versions available
  22. 1908 Map of Middletown
    1908 Map of Middletown
    1908 Middletown
    1908 Print · USGS
    The Potomac River valley in the early twentieth century shows a landscape defined by the convergence of major rail lines and the historic Chesapeake and Ohio Canal. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Eakles Mills, Burkittsville, and Washington Junction.
  25. 1909 Map of Hagerstown
    1909 Map of Hagerstown
    1909 Hagerstown
    1909 Print · USGS
    Hagerstown and the Antietam valley appear here during the height of the steam rail era, shortly after the turn of the century. Genealogists and historians can locate family homesteads near landmarks like St James Church, Smoketown School, and the Hagerstown and Boonsboro Ry.
  28. 1910 Map of Antietam
    1910 Map of Antietam
    1910 Antietam
    1910 Print · USGS
    Maryland's borderlands and the Potomac River valley are captured here in the early twentieth century. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Garretts Mill, trace the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, or find historic sites including Dunkard Church.
    6 unique versions available
  31. 1910 Map of Paw Paw, 1959 Print
    1910 Map of Paw Paw, 1959 Print
    1910 Paw Paw
    1959 Print · USGS
    Maryland and West Virginia meet along the serpentine Potomac River in the early twentieth century as railroads and canals compete for the valley. Trace the industrial landscape from the Ohio and Chesapeake Canal to the river towns of Paw Paw and Little Orleans.
  34. 1911 Map of Emmitsburg
    1911 Map of Emmitsburg
    1911 Emmitsburg
    1911 Print · USGS
    Maryland's northern borderlands and the Catoctin mountains thrived in the early twentieth century as a hub for institutions, railroads, and milling. Genealogists and historians can locate family homes and old crossroads near St Josephs Academy, Sabillasville, and the Western Maryland RR.
    6 unique versions available
  37. 1912 Map of Hagerstown
    1912 Map of Hagerstown
    1912 Hagerstown
    1912 Print · USGS
    Maryland's Cumberland Valley flourished as a rail and milling corridor during the early twentieth century. Genealogists can trace family names across dozens of rural landmarks like Strites Mill, Hallowell Church, and the Paradise School.
    9 unique versions available
  40. 1912 Map of Williamsport
    1912 Map of Williamsport
    1912 Williamsport
    1912 Print · USGS
    Upper Maryland and the West Virginia panhandle were bustling centers of river and rail transit before the First World War. Researchers can trace the path of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and locate family landmarks like Cushwa Mill or the St James School.
    3 unique versions available
  43. 1914 Map of Martinsburg
    1914 Map of Martinsburg
    1914 Martinsburg
    1914 Print · USGS
    The eastern panhandle of West Virginia comes alive in this survey, showing a landscape defined by the Potomac River and burgeoning rail hubs. Genealogists can trace family footprints through dozens of schools and churches, from Shepherdstown to the Snyder Hill Riverside School and John Browns Cave.
    3 unique versions available
  46. 1916 Map of Martinsburg
    1916 Map of Martinsburg
    1916 Martinsburg
    1916 Print · USGS
    The Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia comes to life in the years before the Great War, showing a bustling hub of rail activity and river commerce. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through schoolhouses like Sutton School and old settlements such as Middleway and Summit Point.
    4 unique versions available
  49. 1942 Map of Hagerstown
    1942 Map of Hagerstown
    1942 Hagerstown
    1942 Print · USGS
    The Cumberland Valley and Potomac corridor are captured here at the height of the Second World War rail-and-river era. Genealogists and historians can trace the industrial landscape of Richmond Furnace, the route of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, and the grounds of Camp Ritchie.
  52. 1942 Map of Gettysburg, 1944 Print
    1942 Map of Gettysburg, 1944 Print
    1942 Gettysburg
    1944 Print · USGS
    Gettysburg and its surrounding borderlands are shown in great detail during the early 1940s, capturing the region's dense network of rural schools and mills. Genealogists can trace family-named landmarks such as Galt Kump PO, Hafers Mill, and Philips Delight Sch.
  55. 1943 Map of Emmitsburg
    1943 Map of Emmitsburg
    1943 Emmitsburg
    1943 Print · USGS
    Maryland's northern border and the Frederick Valley appear during the early 1940s, where the Catoctin range meets the Monocacy plain. Genealogists can trace family names at Hoovers Mill, locate historic institutions like Mount St Marys College, or follow the Western Maryland RR.
    4 unique versions available
  58. 1943 Map of Hagerstown
    1943 Map of Hagerstown
    1943 Hagerstown
    1943 Print · USGS
    The Cumberland Valley was a critical wartime logistics hub in the 1940s, teeming with rail traffic and new military installations. Genealogists and historians can trace the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal or locate local landmarks like Richmond Furnace and Camp Ritchie.
  61. 1944 Map of Hedgesville
    1944 Map of Hedgesville
    1944 Hedgesville
    1944 Print · USGS
    Berkeley County and the Maryland borderlands are captured here during the mid-forties, showing a landscape defined by the Potomac River and the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal. Genealogists can trace family roots through markers like Oak Grove School or the rural settlements of Hedgesville and Bedington.
  64. 1944 Map of Middletown
    1944 Map of Middletown
    1944 Middletown
    1944 Print · USGS
    Maryland's Middletown Valley during the mid-forties reveals a rural landscape of crossroads hamlets and prominent ridge-line monuments. Researchers can locate family-named settlements like Zittlestown and Frostown or trace mountain landmarks from Fox Gap to the Catoctin Mountain range.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1944 Map of Keddysville
    1944 Map of Keddysville
    1944 Keddysville
    1944 Print · USGS
    Maryland's Civil War landscape and rural hubs appear in transition during the mid-forties. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near Antietam National Cemetery, old stops along the Baltimore and Ohio, or the path of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1944 Map of Clear Spring
    1944 Map of Clear Spring
    1944 Clear Spring
    1944 Print · USGS
    Maryland's Ridge and Valley province is captured here during the mid-1940s, showing a landscape defined by mountain gaps and valley settlements. Researchers can trace rural life through landmarks like Cushwa Mill, Dry Run Store, and the McLaughlin School.
  73. 1944 Map of Smithsburg
    1944 Map of Smithsburg
    1944 Smithsburg
    1944 Print · USGS
    The Mason-Dixon line divides this 1940s landscape where industrial valley towns meet the high ridgelines of the South Mountain range. Researchers can trace historic family landmarks and wartime activity at Camp Ritchie, Greensburg School, and Bowmans Mill.
    2 unique versions available
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