1890s Maps of Berkshire County, Massachusetts

Explore 24 historic maps of Berkshire County from the 1890s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1890s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

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Berkshire County, MA maps

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  1. 1890 Map of Hawley
    1890 Map of Hawley
    1890 Hawley
    1890 Print · USGS
    Franklin County and the Vermont borderlands are shown here in the 1880s as the railroad era transformed the Deerfield Valley. Trace the path of the Fitchburg Railroad through the Hoosac Tunnel or find old roads in Hawley and Ashfield.

  2. 1890 Map of Pittsfield
    1890 Map of Pittsfield
    1890 Pittsfield
    1890 Print · USGS
    The Berkshires and New York borderlands are captured here in the late nineteenth century, showing a landscape defined by communal Shaker life and iron works. Researchers can trace the Lebanon Springs Railroad through Lebanon Springs or locate early industrial hubs like Richmond Furnace and Lower Barkerville.

  3. 1890 Map of Berlin
    1890 Map of Berlin
    1890 Berlin
    1890 Print · USGS
    The New York and Massachusetts borderlands in the 1880s were a landscape of steep ridges and rail-connected valley towns. Genealogists and historians can trace the old corridors of the Lebanon Springs Railroad and locate vanished family landmarks near Berlin Center, Garfield, and East Poestenkill.

  4. 1891 Map of Greylock
    1891 Map of Greylock
    1891 Greylock
    1891 Print · USGS
    The northern Berkshires are captured here in the late nineteenth century as rail lines and textile centers transformed the rugged valley floor. Genealogists and hikers can trace old homesteads and landmarks like Mt Greylock, the Hoosac Tunnel Line, and the vanished site of Arnoldsville.

  5. 1891 Map of Sheffield
    1891 Map of Sheffield
    1891 Sheffield
    1891 Print · USGS
    The Housatonic Valley in the 1890s reveals a bustling corridor of rail-and-river commerce at the foot of the Berkshire mountains. Genealogists and historians can trace Victorian-era settlements from Great Barrington to Sheffield, locating old landmarks like Union Church and Chapinville Station.

  6. 1893 Map of Chesterfield
    1893 Map of Chesterfield
    1893 Chesterfield
    1893 Print · USGS
    The Hampshire County highlands are captured here in the late nineteenth century as a network of river-powered mill towns and mountain farmsteads. Local historians can trace early neighborhood clusters like Ireland Street and Shack Street or locate industrial sites like Risbee Mill.

  7. 1893 Map of Becket
    1893 Map of Becket
    1893 Becket
    1893 Print · USGS
    The Berkshire highlands in the 1890s reveal a landscape of mountain railroading and early industrial water power. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near Washington Station, Lenox Furnace, and the early settlements of Becket Center.

  8. 1893 Map of Greylock
    1893 Map of Greylock
    1893 Greylock
    1893 Print · USGS
    The Northern Berkshires were at an industrial peak in the late 1800s, centered on the vital rail and water corridors of the Hoosic Valley. Researchers can trace the engineering of the Hoosac Tunnel Line and find historic mill settlements like Maple Grove and Cheshire Harbor.

  9. 1893 Map of Sheffield
    1893 Map of Sheffield
    1893 Sheffield
    1893 Print · USGS
    The Housatonic River valley flourished at the end of the century as a hub for rail and water-powered industry. Researchers can trace the path of the Housatonic Railroad through Great Barrington and locate landmarks like Union Church and Bashbish Falls.

  10. 1893 Map of Pittsfield
    1893 Map of Pittsfield
    1893 Pittsfield
    1893 Print · USGS
    The Berkshires and the New York border are captured here in the late nineteenth century, showing a landscape of Shaker communities and early industrial sites. Genealogists can trace family roots in Barkerville, Curtisville, and near the historic Richmond Furnace.

  11. 1893 Map of Sandisfield
    1893 Map of Sandisfield
    1893 Sandisfield
    1893 Print · USGS
    The Berkshires and northern Litchfield County are captured here in the late nineteenth century during a period of established river-valley industry. Genealogists and historians can trace the early layout of Sandisfield, New Boston, and Colebrook River along the Farmington River corridor.

  12. 1894 Map of Berlin
    1894 Map of Berlin
    1894 Berlin
    1894 Print · USGS
    The Rensselaer and Berkshire borderlands come alive in the late nineteenth century, showing a landscape of valley settlements and upland hollows. Trace the path of the Lebanon Springs Railroad as it connects Berlin Center, North Stephentown, and Garfield.

  13. 1894 Map of Hawley
    1894 Map of Hawley
    1894 Hawley
    1894 Print · USGS
    The northern Berkshires in the late nineteenth century are defined by the Deerfield River and the legendary Hoosac Tunnel rail route. Researchers can trace old upland hamlets like Spruce Corner, locate riverside settlements such as Monroe Bridge, and study the early rail network through Zoar.
    8 unique versions available

  14. 1894 Map of Pittsfield
    1894 Map of Pittsfield
    1894 Pittsfield
    1894 Print · USGS
    The Massachusetts and New York borderlands meet in the 1890s, where industrial villages and Shaker settlements thrive along the rail corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through communities like Canaan Shakers, Richmond Furnace, and Lower Barkerville.

  15. 1895 Map of Chesterfield
    1895 Map of Chesterfield
    1895 Chesterfield
    1895 Print · USGS
    The Hampshire County uplands in the late nineteenth century show a landscape of steep river valleys and small mill towns. Researchers can trace the early industrial footprint at Risbees Mill or locate family homesteads in hamlets like Ireland Street and Jordansville.
    8 unique versions available

  16. 1896 Map of Holyoke
    1896 Map of Holyoke
    1896 Holyoke
    1896 Print · USGS
    The Pioneer Valley and the eastern Berkshire foothills thrive in the 1890s as a complex network of industrial towns and upland farming communities. Historians can trace early infrastructure through the Bisbee Mill, the Agricultural College, and the prominent Ox Bow on the Connecticut River.

  17. 1897 Map of Sandisfield
    1897 Map of Sandisfield
    1897 Sandisfield
    1897 Print · USGS
    The Berkshires and Litchfield Hills are captured here in the late nineteenth century before modern development reshaped the highlands. Genealogists can trace early homesteads and hamlets along the Farmington River, including New Boston, Montville, and South Sandisfield.
    7 unique versions available

  18. 1897 Map of Holyoke
    1897 Map of Holyoke
    1897 Holyoke
    1897 Print · USGS
    The Pioneer Valley and surrounding highlands thrive in the 1890s, caught here at the height of the region's industrial and agricultural development. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through dozens of hill towns and river settlements, from Agricultural College in Amherst to the mills of Holyoke and the remote tracks of the Athol Br. R. R..

  19. 1897 Map of Becket
    1897 Map of Becket
    1897 Becket
    1897 Print · USGS
    The Berkshires at the end of the nineteenth century reveal a landscape of mountain rail lines and industrial waterpower. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations in Becket Center, Washington Station (P.O.), and Lenox Furnace.
    8 unique versions available

  20. 1897 Map of Pittsfield
    1897 Map of Pittsfield
    1897 Pittsfield
    1897 Print · USGS
    The Berkshires and Columbia County come to life in the late nineteenth century as a hub of rail travel and communal living. Trace the historic Canaan Shakers settlement, find long-gone stops like Edwards Station, or study the industrial layout of Richmond Furnace.
    11 unique versions available

  21. 1897 Map of Sheffield
    1897 Map of Sheffield
    1897 Sheffield
    1897 Print · USGS
    The Housatonic valley and the Berkshire foothills are captured here in the late 1800s, showing a landscape defined by river-driven industry and early rail lines. Trace family roots and old homesteads in Great Barrington, South Egremont, and the high mountain village of Mt Washington.
    10 unique versions available

  22. 1898 Map of Berlin
    1898 Map of Berlin
    1898 Berlin
    1898 Print · USGS
    Rensselaer County valley towns and the Taconic highlands are captured in the late nineteenth century as the Lebanon Springs Railroad linked the region. Genealogists can trace family locations in Berlin, Stephentown, and Hancock, or find landmarks like Buckwheat Hill and Barber Hollow.
    10 unique versions available

  23. 1898 Map of Greylock
    1898 Map of Greylock
    1898 Greylock
    1898 Print · USGS
    The Berkshire highlands at the close of the nineteenth century reveal a landscape of deep valleys and engineering feats. Trace the path of the Hoosac Tunnel or locate historic mill sites and rail stops in North Adams, Zylonite, and Cheshire.
    10 unique versions available

  24. 1899 Map of Housatonic
    1899 Map of Housatonic
    1899 Housatonic
    1899 Print · USGS
    The Berkshire hills at the close of the nineteenth century reveal a landscape of industrial hamlets and Shaker settlements. Trace the rail-and-river economy through Lenox Furnace, locate the historic Shaker Village, and find landmarks like Laura Tower.

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