Old Maps of Leighton Township, Michigan for Academic Research
Study the evolution of Leighton Township with 31 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.
- Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
- Ideal for environmental or urban studies: Support academic projects with primary historical map data.
- Use in the classroom or lab: Educators and researchers rely on these maps to bring historical context to life.
These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Leighton Township has changed over the decades.
Leighton Township, MI maps
(31)- 1914 Map of Grand Rapids
1914 Grand Rapids1914 Print · USGSGrand Rapids and its southern townships are captured in detail just before the Great War, showing a landscape defined by river industry and rail lines. Local historians can trace early settlements and schools such as Kelloggsville and Red School, or locate family landmarks near Reeds Lake.5 unique versions available - 1943 Map of Grand Rapids
1943 Grand Rapids1943 Print · USGSGrand Rapids and its surrounding Kent County townships are captured here in the early 1940s, showing a landscape defined by river industry and rail expansion. Genealogists can trace family roots through dozens of named rural schools like Sodom Sch, the County Farm, and early settlements like Byron Center. - 1958 Map of Grand Rapids, 1973 Print
1958 Grand Rapids1973 Print · USGSSouthern Michigan at the peak of the postwar era shows a landscape of burgeoning cities and new interstate highways. Trace family roots and regional growth in Grand Rapids, Battle Creek, and the glacial lake country around Gun Lake or Gull Lake.2 unique versions available - 1959 Map of Wayland
1959 Wayland1959 Print · USGSAllegan and Barry counties at the end of the fifties show a landscape of thriving rail towns and lakeside summer retreats. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Bowens Mill, rural parish schools such as St Stanislaus Sch, and the numerous islands of Gun Lake.2 unique versions available - 1961 Map of Grand Rapids
1961 Grand Rapids1961 Print · USGSSouthern Michigan at the dawn of the 1960s reveals a region shaped by major river systems and a robust rail network. Trace mid-century industrial growth and land use from Grand Rapids to the Fort Custer Military Reservation and Gun Lake. - 1962 Map of Grand Rapids
1962 Grand Rapids1962 Print · USGSMid-century Southern Michigan is mapped here at a time of massive growth, showing the expanding urban footprints of Grand Rapids and Lansing. Researchers can trace the legacy of the Grand Trunk Western RR, find historic boundaries of the Fort Custer Military Reservation, or locate sporting camps around Gun Lake.2 unique versions available - 1967 Map of Cutlerville, 1969 Print
1967 Cutlerville1969 Print · USGSThe southern suburbs of Grand Rapids transition into Kent County farmland during the late sixties. Researchers can trace the development of Cutlerville and Byron Center alongside historic sites like Winchester Cem and Pine Hill.3 unique versions available - 1967 Map of Caledonia, 1969 Print
1967 Caledonia1969 Print · USGSThe area around Caledonia and Dutton is documented in the late 1960s as suburban growth begins to meet the rural landscape. Trace the Penn Central rail line and locate community landmarks like Holy Corners, Gaines Sch, and Hanna Lake.3 unique versions available - 1982 Map of Bowens Mill
1982 Bowens Mill1982 Print · USGSAllegan and Barry counties are shown in the early eighties as a mix of conservation lands and small rural settlements. Genealogists can locate family landmarks such as Hooker Cemetery, Leighton Church, and the historic crossroads at Bowens Mill. - 1982 Map of Wayland
1982 Wayland1982 Print · USGSAllegan County life in the early eighties is captured here across several townships and small hamlets connected by the Conrail line. Genealogists can trace family footprints at St Stanislaus Cem, Maplewood Cem, and the old Baker Sch in Wayland. - 1984 Map of Grand Rapids
1984 Grand Rapids1984 Print · USGSWest Michigan in the mid-eighties shows a thriving metropolitan core surrounded by expansive state recreation areas and river valleys. Genealogists and local historians can trace developments around Grand Rapids, institutional landmarks like Grand Rapids Bible College, and the quiet reaches of Jordan Lake. - 2011 Map of Bowens Mill, 2011 Print
2011 Bowens Mill2011 Print · USGSThe Barry and Allegan County borderlands are captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing a landscape shaped by water and tradition. Researchers can locate several historic burial sites like Hooker Cemetery and Saints Cyril and Methodius' Catholic Cemetery or trace the Rabbit River as it winds past Bowens Mill. - 2011 Map of Caledonia, 2011 Print
2011 Caledonia2011 Print · USGSSuburban development meets traditional Michigan communities in 2011, as the area expands around major transport and academic hubs. Researchers can locate family sites at Dutton Cemetery or trace the early footprint of Caledonia. - 2011 Map of Wayland, 2011 Print
2011 Wayland2011 Print · USGSAllegan County's agricultural heartland is documented in the early 21st century as a landscape of grid roads and winding waterways. Genealogists and local historians can locate several historic burial sites, including Maplewood Cemetery and Dorr Cemetery, alongside the village centers of Hilliards and Moline. - 2011 Map of Cutlerville, 2011 Print
2011 Cutlerville2011 Print · USGSThe suburban and rural landscapes south of Grand Rapids are captured here in the early twenty-first century. Researchers can trace family history through a dense network of burial grounds like Winchester Cemetery and Boynton Cemetery or locate the old Byron Center Post Office. - 2014 Map of Caledonia, 2014 Print
2014 Caledonia2014 Print · USGSThe southern outskirts of the Grand Rapids area come into focus in the mid-2010s, showing a blend of suburban expansion and rural heritage. Genealogists and local historians can trace burial sites at Saint Mary's Catholic Cem or Dutton Cem while exploring the crossroads of Holy Corners. - 2014 Map of Wayland, 2014 Print
2014 Wayland2014 Print · USGSAllegan County’s rural character and small-town centers are captured here during a period of steady development in the early twenty-first century. Genealogists and local historians can locate several family burial sites like Dorr Cem and Elmwood Cem alongside the waters of Rabbit River. - 2014 Map of Bowens Mill, 2014 Print
2014 Bowens Mill2014 Print · USGSThe Allegan and Barry county border comes into focus in this modern survey of Michigan's lake-dotted interior. Researchers can trace family history through sites like Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Cem or explore the shores of Gun Lake and Barlow Lake. - 2014 Map of Cutlerville, 2014 Print
2014 Cutlerville2014 Print · USGSThe growing suburbs south of Grand Rapids meet the farm tracts of the Allegan County line during the mid-2010s. Genealogists can locate numerous local burial grounds including Pine Hill Cem and Winchester Cem, or trace the rail heritage at Byron Station. - 2017 Map of Bowens Mill, 2017 Print
2017 Bowens Mill2017 Print · USGSWayland and the surrounding wetlands of the Allegan and Barry county line are captured here in the late twenty-teens. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Hooker Cem and Robbins Cem or locate the site of Bowens Mill. - 2017 Map of Wayland, 2017 Print
2017 Wayland2017 Print · USGSAllegan County in the late 2010s shows a landscape of established townships and small-town centers linked by the historic section grid. Trace local history through detailed sites like Saint Stanislaus Catholic Cem, the Rabbit River watershed, and the distinct layouts of Dorr and Wayland. - 2017 Map of Cutlerville, 2017 Print
2017 Cutlerville2017 Print · USGSThe suburbs of Grand Rapids meet the northern edge of Allegan County in this late 2010s survey. Researchers can locate numerous local burial sites like Boynton Cem and Weaver Cem or trace the development around Byron Center and Ross. - 2017 Map of Caledonia, 2017 Print
2017 Caledonia2017 Print · USGSSoutheast of Grand Rapids in the late 2010s, this area shows a mix of suburban growth and lakeside communities. Researchers can trace local heritage through numerous burial sites like Caledonia Cem and South Gaines Cem, or locate landmarks such as Davenport Univ. - 2019 Map of Bowens Mill, 2019 Print
2019 Bowens Mill2019 Print · USGSThe borderlands of Allegan and Barry Counties come into focus in this recent survey of West Michigan's lake country. Genealogists and researchers can locate family burial sites at Hooker Cem and Coman Cem, or trace the waterways of the Rabbit River and Chief Noonday Lake. - 2019 Map of Cutlerville, 2019 Print
2019 Cutlerville2019 Print · USGSThe growing suburbs south of Grand Rapids are mapped here in the late 2010s as they expand toward the Allegan County line. Genealogists and historians can trace numerous family burial sites, including Winegar Cem and Boynton Cem, or locate the historic Byron Depot.
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