Old Maps of Benton Charter Township, Michigan for Academic Research

1. 1927 Map of Benton Harbor, 1964 Print

   

   1927 Benton Harbor

   1964 Print · USGS

   Benton Harbor and St. Joseph dominate the Lake Michigan shoreline in this late 1920s survey of Berrien County commerce and transit. Genealogists can locate dozens of rural schoolhouses like Bacon Sch and Hull Sch alongside local landmarks like the House of David.

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4. 1930 Map of Benton Harbor

   

   1930 Benton Harbor

   1930 Print · USGS

   Berrien County's lakefront and river valleys appear in high detail during the late Prohibition era. Genealogists can trace family names through dozens of rural landmarks like Twelve Corners, Crystal Springs Cem, and the House of David.

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7. 1958 Map of Racine, 1971 Print

   

   1958 Racine

   1971 Print · USGS

   The Lake Michigan shoreline in the late fifties was a study in contrasts between the industrial bustle of Kenosha and the quiet woods of the Allegan State Forest. Genealogists and historians can trace the urban footprint of Evanston or locate strategic sites like Fort Sheridan and the Wind Point Light.

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10. 1962 Map of Racine

    

    1962 Racine

    1962 Print · USGS

    The Lake Michigan shoreline in the early sixties reveals a fascinating contrast between the dense industrial rail hubs of RACINE and CHICAGO and the forested dunes of Michigan. Local historians can trace military installations like Fort Sheridan or explore the numerous inland retreats around Paw Paw Lake and Sister Lakes.

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13. 1970 Map of Coloma, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Coloma

    1973 Print · USGS

    Southwestern Michigan's orchard and lake country is captured here during the 1970s, as regional commerce followed the Paw Paw River and rail lines. Researchers can trace family ties through several local burial grounds like St Joseph Cem and Coloma Cem, or locate landmarks such as the Watervliet Mun Airport.

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16. 1970 Map of Benton Harbor, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Benton Harbor

    1973 Print · USGS

    The twin cities of the Michigan shoreline are documented here during a period of mid-century growth and industrial rail activity. Researchers can trace the legacy of the House of David, locate old neighborhood landmarks like Calvin Britain Sch, or follow the winding St Joseph River to Kings Landing.

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19. 1970 Map of Sodus, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Sodus

    1973 Print · USGS

    Berrien County is shown in the early seventies, a time when small crossroads communities and rural family cemeteries still anchored the landscape. Genealogists can locate family-named markers at Byers Cem or Pennyan Cem and trace settlements like Spinks Corners and Sodus.

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22. 1970 Map of Benton Heights, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Benton Heights

    1973 Print · USGS

    The Berrien County shoreline and the lower Paw Paw River valley are shown here in the early 1970s. Trace local roots at St Marys Ch, locate vanished classrooms at School No 6, and follow the Chesapeake and Ohio rail line.

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25. 2011 Map of Sodus, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Sodus

    2011 Print · USGS

    Berrien County is captured in this modern survey, showing a landscape defined by traditional agricultural centers and meandering creeks. Genealogists can trace family connections through numerous sites like Byers Cemetery, Pearl Grange, and the Sodus Post Office.

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28. 2011 Map of Benton Heights, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Benton Heights

    2011 Print · USGS

    Coastal Berrien County at the turn of the decade shows a blend of lakefront communities and river-fed agriculture. Researchers can trace the development of Benton Heights and locate local landmarks like the Riverside Post Office and Lake Shore Cemetery.

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31. 2011 Map of Coloma, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Coloma

    2011 Print · USGS

    The twin communities of Coloma and Watervliet appear here just inland from Lake Michigan during the early twenty-first century. Genealogists can locate numerous local burial sites like Saint Joseph Cemetery and Boyer Cemetery near Paw Paw Lake.

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34. 2011 Map of Benton Harbor, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Benton Harbor

    2011 Print · USGS

    Benton Harbor and Saint Joseph are shown at their Lake Michigan terminus in the early 21st century, detailing a landscape defined by the Saint Joseph River. Genealogists can locate numerous burial grounds like Morton Cemetery and Royalton Cemetery, or trace the development of neighborhoods such as Fair Plain and Vineland.

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37. 2014 Map of Sodus, 2014 Print

    

    2014 Sodus

    2014 Print · USGS

    The agricultural heart of Berrien County is captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing a landscape of orchards and rural hamlets. Researchers can trace family history through numerous landmarks like Shanghai Cem, Lett Cem, and the old settlement at Pearl Grange.

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40. 2014 Map of Benton Harbor, 2014 Print

    

    2014 Benton Harbor

    2014 Print · USGS

    Benton Harbor and St. Joseph are shown at the confluence of the Saint Joseph and Paw Paw rivers in this 2014 survey. Researchers can locate numerous local burial sites like Crystal Springs Cem and Resurrection Cem, or trace the rural landscape near Vineland.

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43. 2014 Map of Coloma, 2014 Print

    

    2014 Coloma

    2014 Print · USGS

    The Paw Paw River valley in Berrien County appears in detail during the early 21st century, showing the developed corridors of Coloma and Watervliet. Genealogists can trace family heritage through numerous local burial grounds like Boyer Cem, Harris Cem, and Saint Joseph Cem.

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46. 2014 Map of Benton Heights, 2014 Print

    

    2014 Benton Heights

    2014 Print · USGS

    The Berrien County shoreline and the lower Paw Paw River are shown here as they appeared in the early 2010s. Trace the development of lakeside communities like Higman Park and Riverside, or locate family sites near Twelve Corners and Lake Shore Cem.

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49. 2017 Map of Benton Harbor, 2017 Print

    

    2017 Benton Harbor

    2017 Print · USGS

    The Twin Cities of Berrien County are shown in detail during the late twenty-tens as they overlook the Lake Michigan shoreline. Genealogists and local historians can trace landmarks like Lake Michigan Coll, Crystal Springs Cem, and the Southwest Michigan Regional Airport.

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52. 2017 Map of Benton Heights, 2017 Print

    

    2017 Benton Heights

    2017 Print · USGS

    The Berrien County coast comes into focus during the late twenty-teens, showing the established neighborhoods and lakefront communities of the Michigan shore. Genealogists and local historians can trace the developments at Benton Heights or locate family sites near Lake Shore Cem and Twelve Corners.

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55. 2017 Map of Coloma, 2017 Print

    

    2017 Coloma

    2017 Print · USGS

    Berrien County's resort and river geography comes alive in this modern survey of the Lake Michigan shoreline and the Paw Paw River valley. Local historians can trace family roots at Saint Joseph Cem or locate old community hubs like Lake Michigan Beach and Watervliet.

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58. 2017 Map of Sodus, 2017 Print

    

    2017 Sodus

    2017 Print · USGS

    Sodus and its surrounding Berrien County crossroads come into focus during this 2010s survey of Michigan's rural heartland. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous small burying grounds like Shanghai Cem, Mount Pleasant Cem, and Ferry Cem.

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61. 2019 Map of Sodus, 2019 Print

    

    2019 Sodus

    2019 Print · USGS

    Berrien County is captured here in the late 2010s, showcasing its dense network of rural settlements and agricultural roads. Researchers can trace the layout of Sodus and Eau Claire, or locate family sites at Mount Pleasant Cemetery and Shanghai Corners.

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64. 2019 Map of Benton Harbor, 2019 Print

    

    2019 Benton Harbor

    2019 Print · USGS

    The Michigan lakefront and the confluence of the Saint Joseph and Paw Paw Rivers are captured here in the late 2010s. Researchers can locate established local landmarks like the Berrien County Courthouse, Marina Island, and historic burial grounds including Morton Cem.

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67. 2019 Map of Coloma, 2019 Print

    

    2019 Coloma

    2019 Print · USGS

    Berrien County at the close of the 2010s reveals a landscape of lakeside settlements and deep-rooted agricultural history. Genealogists can trace family lines across numerous local sites including Boyer Cem, Coloma Cem, and the Watervliet Municipal Airport.

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70. 2019 Map of Benton Heights, 2019 Print

    

    2019 Benton Heights

    2019 Print · USGS

    Coastal Berrien County's shoreline and the Paw Paw River valley are captured here in the late twenty-teens. Researchers can trace the layout of Benton Harbor and smaller communities like Riverside, Twelve Corners, and Mizpah Park.

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73. 2023 Map of Sodus, 2023 Print

    

    2023 Sodus

    2023 Print · USGS

    Berrien County crossroads and rural townships are captured here in the early twenty-first century. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Shanghai Corners or explore sites like Mount Pleasant Cem and Bainbridge Center.

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