1900s (20th Century) Maps of Franklin County, Massachusetts

Explore 150 historic maps of Franklin County from the 1900s (20th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1900s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Franklin County's landscape evolved across the 1900s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Franklin County, MA maps

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  1. 1900 Map of Taconic
    1900 Map of Taconic
    1900 Taconic
    1900 Print · USGS
    The tri-state border region of the Taconic Mountains thrived at the turn of the century as a hub of rail travel and valley industry. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprints of Hoosick Falls, Bennington, and the winding path of the Rutland R.R.
    4 unique versions available

  2. 1901 Map of Holyoke
    1901 Map of Holyoke
    1901 Holyoke
    1901 Print · USGS
    The Pioneer Valley and surrounding highlands thrive at the turn of the century, showing a landscape defined by mill towns and early rail networks. Genealogists and historians can trace old homesteads and local landmarks like Bisbee Mill, South Ferry, and the Agricultural College.
    4 unique versions available

  3. 1908 Map of Ware
    1908 Map of Ware
    1908 Ware
    1908 Print · USGS
    Central Massachusetts at the turn of the century reveals the Swift River Valley decades before the Quabbin Reservoir changed the landscape forever. Trace the lost footprints of Enfield and Dana, or follow the Central Vermont RR through Greenwich Village and Ware.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1932 Map of Warwick
    1932 Map of Warwick
    1932 Warwick
    1932 Print · USGS
    In the early 1930s, the tri-state border region of Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont was a vital corridor of rail and river transit. Genealogists and researchers can trace the old rail lines of the Central Vermont Ry, locate the East Northfield Sta, or find family landmarks like Curtis Corners and Wheeler Fall.

  5. 1932 Map of Winchendon
    1932 Map of Winchendon
    1932 Winchendon
    1932 Print · USGS
    The borderlands of New Hampshire and Massachusetts come into focus during the early thirties, showing a rural landscape dominated by glacial lakes and high ridges. Researchers can trace the Boston and Maine line through State Line or locate family sites at Rand Cem and Sch No 1.

  6. 1935 Map of Warwick
    1935 Map of Warwick
    1935 Warwick
    1935 Print · USGS
    Upper Massachusetts and the Tri-State borderlands thrive during the mid-thirties as rail corridors and river valleys connect mountain villages. Researchers can trace the Central Vermont Ry through Northfield or locate family landmarks like Barrows Cem and Barber Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1935 Map of Williamsburg
    1935 Map of Williamsburg
    1935 Williamsburg
    1935 Print · USGS
    The hills of Western Massachusetts are captured here in the mid-1930s as the rail and river economy of the Pioneer Valley persisted. Researchers can trace historic schoolhouses like Poland Sch, the rail terminus at Williamsburg Station, and several family-named landmarks including Joe Herrick Hill.

  8. 1935 Map of Mount Toby
    1935 Map of Mount Toby
    1935 Mount Toby
    1935 Print · USGS
    The Connecticut River Valley comes alive in the mid-1930s, showing the intersection of rail-and-river life. Genealogists can locate family sites near North Sunderland Cemetery, East Whately Station, and the early Massachusetts State College campus.

  9. 1935 Map of Winchendon
    1935 Map of Winchendon
    1935 Winchendon
    1935 Print · USGS
    In the mid-1930s, the border between Massachusetts and New Hampshire was defined by busy rail corridors and small mill towns. Researchers can trace family-named sites and industrial infrastructure from Athol Center to Pequoig Station and the rural School No 1.
    4 unique versions available

  10. 1936 Map of Bernardston
    1936 Map of Bernardston
    1936 Bernardston
    1936 Print · USGS
    Franklin County and the Vermont border are captured in the mid-1930s when the region was a network of rural school districts and rail-side villages. Genealogists and historians can trace the locations of the The Old Cemetery or specific local schools like West Gill Sch and School No 7.

  11. 1936 Map of Greenfield
    1936 Map of Greenfield
    1936 Greenfield
    1936 Print · USGS
    Franklin County is captured in the mid-1930s as a thriving rail and river hub at the heart of the Pioneer Valley. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through the streets of Greenfield, locate the Swedish Cem, or find the C C C Camp No 1226.

  12. 1936 Map of Millers Falls
    1936 Map of Millers Falls
    1936 Millers Falls
    1936 Print · USGS
    Franklin County's river valleys and rail corridors are captured here in the mid-1930s. Researchers can locate family homesteads near Northfield Farms Cem, trace the vanished Tyler City, or follow the historic Mohawk Trail.

  13. 1936 Map of Northfield
    1936 Map of Northfield
    1936 Northfield
    1936 Print · USGS
    In the mid-1930s, the Connecticut River valley at the tri-state border was a landscape of rail corridors and river crossings. Trace family roots at Coller Cem, locate the Deserted Village, or find old industrial sites like Warwick Mill.

  14. 1937 Map of Shelburne Falls
    1937 Map of Shelburne Falls
    1937 Shelburne Falls
    1937 Print · USGS
    Franklin County's river valleys and ridgelines are captured here in the late thirties as the Mohawk Trail and the Boston and Maine Railroad shaped local commerce. Researchers can trace family sites like the Skinner Cem or locate the old Roberts Sch and Union Ch.

  15. 1937 Map of Colrain
    1937 Map of Colrain
    1937 Colrain
    1937 Print · USGS
    Northwestern Massachusetts hill towns show their industrial and defensive roots in the years before the war. Trace colonial history at the Site of Fort Morrison or locate family homesteads near Griswoldville, Adamsville, and Aunt Sophies Peak.

  16. 1937 Map of Orange
    1937 Map of Orange
    1937 Orange
    1937 Print · USGS
    The Millers River valley and the Franklin-Worcester county line are captured here in the late thirties. Researchers can trace the Boston and Maine Railroad through Orange or locate family sites like Wilbur Cem and Morse Village Sch.

  17. 1937 Map of Mt Grace
    1937 Map of Mt Grace
    1937 Mt Grace
    1937 Print · USGS
    The rural highlands of North-Central Massachusetts are captured here in the late 1930s before modern development. Researchers can trace family-named sites like Mayo Corners and Blissville, or locate early conservation landmarks like the CCC Camp and the Fire Tower on Mt Grace.

  18. 1941 Map of Shelburne Falls
    1941 Map of Shelburne Falls
    1941 Shelburne Falls
    1941 Print · USGS
    Franklin County's hill towns and river valleys are captured here during the early 1940s, showing the intersection of industry and rural life. Trace the path of the Mohawk Trail and find local landmarks such as Arms Cem, Union Ch, and the settlement of Burkville.
    3 unique versions available

  19. 1941 Map of Mt Grace
    1941 Map of Mt Grace
    1941 Mt Grace
    1941 Print · USGS
    The upland villages of northern Massachusetts are captured here in the early 1940s, showing a landscape defined by high ridges and small mill ponds. Local historians can trace family-named sites from the Fire Tower on Mt Grace to Baptist Corners and Blissville.
    2 unique versions available

  20. 1941 Map of Greenfield
    1941 Map of Greenfield
    1941 Greenfield
    1941 Print · USGS
    Franklin County's river-driven industry and academic centers are on full display in this pre-war survey of the Pioneer Valley. Researchers can trace the rail networks and find local landmarks like Deerfield Academy, Lake Pleasant, and the High St Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  21. 1941 Map of Millers Falls
    1941 Map of Millers Falls
    1941 Millers Falls
    1941 Print · USGS
    Franklin County's river valleys and upland hills are captured here in the years before the mid-century expansion. Genealogists can locate family names and rural landmarks such as Locks Village, the Northfield Farms Cem, and the Farley Sch.
    3 unique versions available

  22. 1941 Map of Bernardston
    1941 Map of Bernardston
    1941 Bernardston
    1941 Print · USGS
    Franklin County's rural landscape is captured here in the early 1940s as rail lines still defined the local economy. Researchers can locate numerous district schools and historic family landmarks like Hales Crossing, West Gill, and the Sunnyside Sch.
    3 unique versions available

  23. 1941 Map of Northfield
    1941 Map of Northfield
    1941 Northfield
    1941 Print · USGS
    The Connecticut River valley at the onset of the 1940s shows a landscape of busy rail lines and storied educational institutions. Genealogists and historians can trace Northfield landmarks like the Mt Hermon School, South Mtn Cem, and Schell Bridge.
    2 unique versions available

  24. 1941 Map of Mt Toby
    1941 Map of Mt Toby
    1941 Mt Toby
    1941 Print · USGS
    The Pioneer Valley in the mid-thirties was a vital corridor for three major rail lines and a center for higher education. Genealogists can trace family names and landmarks across Sunderland and Amherst, including Massachusetts State College and the East Whately Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  25. 1941 Map of Colrain
    1941 Map of Colrain
    1941 Colrain
    1941 Print · USGS
    The hill towns of Franklin County appear here in the early 1940s, showing the tight-knit industrial and farming hamlets along the North River. Genealogists and historians can trace colonial-era frontier sites like the Site of Fort Morrison or locate family roots near Griswoldville and West Leyden.
    2 unique versions available

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