Old Maps of Nichols, Minnesota for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Nichols with 11 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 Nichols has changed over the decades.


Nichols, MN maps

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  1. 1912 Map of Deerwood, 1963 Print
    1912 Map of Deerwood, 1963 Print
    1912 Deerwood
    1963 Print · USGS
    In the decade before the region's full industrialization, this survey captures the lake-country settlements of Deerwood and Crosby just as the Northern Pacific railroad was driving local growth. Genealogists can locate dozens of early district schools and local landmarks like Doris Church and Katrine School.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1914 Map of Deerwood
    1914 Map of Deerwood
    1914 Deerwood
    1914 Print · USGS
    Crow Wing and Aitkin counties are captured here just before the First World War, showing the growth of iron range towns and lakeside settlements. Genealogists and researchers can trace early rural life through nearly twenty numbered schoolhouses, the Dorris Church, and railroad stops at Crosby and Ironton.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1953 Map of Duluth, 1964 Print
    1953 Map of Duluth, 1964 Print
    1953 Duluth
    1964 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin are shown here during a period of industrial maturity and expanding conservation. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-connected towns like McGrath and Wahkon, or locate heritage sites within the Fond du Lac Indian Reservation.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1958 Map of Duluth
    1958 Map of Duluth
    1958 Duluth
    1958 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Minnesota and the Wisconsin borderlands are shown in detail during the late 1950s, centered on the bustling rail yards and ports of Duluth. You can trace the historic routes of the Soo Line and Duluth Missabe & Iron Range through small towns like McGrath, Bruno, and Wrenshall.

  5. 1973 Map of Garrison, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Garrison, 1976 Print
    1973 Garrison
    1976 Print · USGS
    The northwestern shores of Mille Lacs Lake come alive in the 1970s, showcasing a landscape defined by lakeside recreation and small-town infrastructure. Local historians can trace the development of Garrison and Cutler, or locate landmarks like the Drive-in Theater and Pine Lake Chapel.

  6. 1985 Map of Mille Lacs Lake
    1985 Map of Mille Lacs Lake
    1985 Mille Lacs Lake
    1985 Print · USGS
    Mille Lacs Lake and its surrounding settlements are shown in the mid-1980s as a hub of lake-shore recreation and rail commerce. Researchers can trace historic transport lines like the Soo Line and locate communities such as Wahkon and Garrison.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 2010 Map of Garrison, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Garrison, 2010 Print
    2010 Garrison
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Nichols, including Garrison, Cutler, and other nearby areas

  8. 2013 Map of Garrison, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Garrison, 2013 Print
    2013 Garrison
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Nichols, including Garrison, Cutler, and other nearby areas

  9. 2016 Map of Garrison, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Garrison, 2016 Print
    2016 Garrison
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Nichols, including Garrison, Cutler, and other nearby areas

  10. 2019 Map of Garrison, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Garrison, 2019 Print
    2019 Garrison
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Nichols, including Garrison, Cutler, and other nearby areas

  11. 2022 Map of Garrison, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Garrison, 2022 Print
    2022 Garrison
    2022 Print · USGS
    The western shores of Mille Lacs Lake come into focus in this contemporary survey of Crow Wing County. Researchers can trace the layout of Garrison and Nichols, or locate local landmarks like the Garrison Cem and Mille Lacs Lake Airport.

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