Old Maps of Benton Harbor, Michigan for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Benton Harbor with 16 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 Benton Harbor has changed over the decades.


Benton Harbor, MI maps

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  1. 1927 Map of Benton Harbor, 1964 Print
    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.

  2. 1930 Map of Benton Harbor
    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.
    4 unique versions available

  3. 1958 Map of Racine, 1971 Print
    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.
    3 unique versions available

  4. 1962 Map of Racine
    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.

  5. 1970 Map of Benton Harbor, 1973 Print
    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.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1970 Map of Benton Heights, 1973 Print
    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.

  7. 2011 Map of Benton Heights, 2011 Print
    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.

  8. 2011 Map of Benton Harbor, 2011 Print
    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.

  9. 2014 Map of Benton Harbor, 2014 Print
    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.

  10. 2014 Map of Benton Heights, 2014 Print
    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.

  11. 2017 Map of Benton Harbor, 2017 Print
    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.

  12. 2017 Map of Benton Heights, 2017 Print
    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.

  13. 2019 Map of Benton Harbor, 2019 Print
    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.

  14. 2019 Map of Benton Heights, 2019 Print
    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.

  15. 2023 Map of Benton Heights, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Benton Heights, 2023 Print
    2023 Benton Heights
    2023 Print · USGS
    The Lake Michigan shoreline northeast of Benton Harbor shows a unique blend of coastal retreats and aviation history. Trace the development of Benton Heights near the Southwest Michigan Regional Airport or locate family sites at Lake Shore Cem.

  16. 2023 Map of Benton Harbor, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Benton Harbor, 2023 Print
    2023 Benton Harbor
    2023 Print · USGS
    The Twin Cities of Benton Harbor and St. Joseph sit at the mouth of the Saint Joseph River in this 2023 survey. Researchers can trace the layout of the urban core near the Berrien County Courthouse or locate family plots at Crystal Springs Cem and Morton Cem.

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