Old Maps of Carver County, Minnesota

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Carver County, MN maps

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  1. 1905 Map of Minnetonka, 1957 Print
    1905 Map of Minnetonka, 1957 Print
    1905 Minnetonka
    1957 Print · USGS
    Lake Minnetonka and the Minnesota River valley are seen here during the early twentieth century as the region's resort and rail economy reached its height. Genealogists and historians can trace rail stops like Mound Sta, the summer colonies of Deephaven, and the riverfront streets of Chaska.

  2. 1907 Map of Minnetonka
    1907 Map of Minnetonka
    1907 Minnetonka
    1907 Print · USGS
    Lake Minnetonka was a premier summer destination at the turn of the century, crisscrossed by a Steamboat Route and multiple railroads. Genealogists and historians can trace old lakeside landings and early rail stops like Spring Park Sta, Mound Sta, and Zumbra Heights Sta.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1953 Map of Saint Paul, 1964 Print
    1953 Map of Saint Paul, 1964 Print
    1953 Saint Paul
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Twin Cities and the Mississippi River valley are captured here at a mid-century turning point. Trace the early growth of Minneapolis and Saint Paul alongside landmarks like Lake Minnetonka and the St Croix River.
    4 unique versions available

  4. 1953 Map of New Ulm, 1968 Print
    1953 Map of New Ulm, 1968 Print
    1953 New Ulm
    1968 Print · USGS
    Southern Minnesota in the mid-1950s is defined by its deep river valleys and the expanding reach of the Great Northern and Chicago and North Western railroads. Researchers can trace rural lineages through landmarks like the Milford State Monument, St. John's Ch, and the Upper Sioux Indian Res.
    3 unique versions available

  5. 1957 Map of New Ulm
    1957 Map of New Ulm
    1957 New Ulm
    1957 Print · USGS
    Central Minnesota in the mid-fifties remains a landscape of river-valley commerce and prairie agriculture defined by its historic mission sites and rail towns. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of New Ulm and Montevideo, or locate specific landmarks like the Milford State Monument and Minnesota Falls.

  6. 1957 Map of Belle Plaine, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Belle Plaine, 1958 Print
    1957 Belle Plaine
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Minnesota River valley serves as a bustling corridor for four counties during the late fifties, defined by its intersecting rail lines and riverside towns. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like West Union Ch, Zion Cem, and the Jessenland Fish Hatchery.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1957 Map of Waconia, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Waconia, 1959 Print
    1957 Waconia
    1959 Print · USGS
    Carver County and parts of Wright County are captured in the late fifties, showing a rural landscape in transition. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous small schools and cemeteries, including St Mark Cem, Oakland Cem, and the Hydes Lake Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1957 Map of New Prague, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of New Prague, 1959 Print
    1957 New Prague
    1959 Print · USGS
    Scott and Le Sueur Counties in the late fifties reveal a landscape of deep-rooted parish settlements and thriving river-valley agriculture. Genealogists can trace family footprints through rural sites like East Union, St Benedict, and the St Josephs Sch Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1958 Map of New Ulm
    1958 Map of New Ulm
    1958 New Ulm
    1958 Print · USGS
    South-central Minnesota’s river valleys and prairie towns are captured here in the mid-fifties, during the height of the region's rail-and-river economy. Genealogists and historians can trace the legacy of the Upper Sioux Indian Mission or locate early rail stops along the Chicago and North Western Ry in towns like Redwood Falls and Glencoe.

  10. 1958 Map of Gaylord, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Gaylord, 1959 Print
    1958 Gaylord
    1959 Print · USGS
    Sibley County's farming heartland and railroad towns are captured here in the late fifties. Genealogists and local researchers can trace family landmarks like St Johannes Ch, New Auburn, and the Zion Sch & Cem along the Minneapolis and St Louis line.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1958 Map of Victoria, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Victoria, 1959 Print
    1958 Victoria
    1959 Print · USGS
    Carver County’s farming communities and lake country are captured here in the late fifties, just before the expansion of the Twin Cities suburbs. Genealogists and local historians can locate rural landmarks like Lake Auburn Church, Mt Hope Cemetery, and School No 106.
    4 unique versions available

  12. 1958 Map of Glencoe, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Glencoe, 1959 Print
    1958 Glencoe
    1959 Print · USGS
    McLeod County is shown here in the late fifties as a bustling agricultural and rail corridor. Genealogists and local historians can locate early schools and burial sites like Baker School, the Bohemian Cemetery, and St. Johns School and Church.

  13. 1958 Map of Mound, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Mound, 1959 Print
    1958 Mound
    1959 Print · USGS
    The western shores of Lake Minnetonka are captured here in the late fifties, showing a landscape of burgeoning lakeside communities and established rail lines. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named points and historic sites like Phelps Island, the Jesuit Seminary, and the Copeland Sch.
    4 unique versions available

  14. 1958 Map of Lake Minnetonka, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Lake Minnetonka, 1959 Print
    1958 Lake Minnetonka
    1959 Print · USGS
    The western suburbs of Minneapolis appear in a period of transition during the late fifties, centered on the complex shores of Lake Minnetonka. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Wayzata, Deephaven, and Shakopee, or locate family landmarks like Calvin Ch and the Jesuit Seminary.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1958 Map of Shakopee, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Shakopee, 1959 Print
    1958 Shakopee
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Minnesota River valley comes alive in the late fifties, showcasing the river towns of Shakopee and Chaska as they sat before major modern development. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Assumption Seminary, St Johns Cem, and the path of the Minneapolis and St Louis railroad.
    5 unique versions available

  16. 1958 Map of Excelsior, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Excelsior, 1959 Print
    1958 Excelsior
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Lake Minnetonka region flourished in the late fifties as a suburban and recreational hub west of Minneapolis. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through Resurrection Cem, old school sites like Minnewashta Sch, and the rail lines of the Great Northern.
    5 unique versions available

  17. 1959 Map of Saint Paul
    1959 Map of Saint Paul
    1959 Saint Paul
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Twin Cities and southeastern Minnesota appear here in the late fifties, showing the peak of the rail era and post-war suburban growth. Genealogists can trace family footprints near Lake Minnetonka, the Univ Of Minn Rosemount Research Center, or the growing neighborhoods of Richfield.
    2 unique versions available

  18. 1967 Map of New Ulm
    1967 Map of New Ulm
    1967 New Ulm
    1967 Print · USGS
    Southern Minnesota in the mid-fifties is captured here as a landscape of river-valley missions and busy prairie rail towns. Researchers can trace the Yellow Medicine Trail and locate historic sites like the Morton Indian Mission and Milford State Monument.

  19. 1981 Map of Mayer
    1981 Map of Mayer
    1981 Mayer
    1981 Print · USGS
    Carver and Wright counties are shown here in the early eighties as a landscape of established rail corridors and river-bound townships. Genealogists and local historians can locate St Mark Cem, trace the Burlington Northern line, and find the Ziermann Landing Strip near Mayer.

  20. 1981 Map of Norwood, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Norwood, 1982 Print
    1981 Norwood
    1982 Print · USGS
    The neighboring towns of Young America and Norwood are captured in the early eighties as separate centers tied by rail. Genealogists and historians can trace local family landmarks through Forest Hills Cem, Tiger Lake, and the crossing of two major railroads.

  21. 1981 Map of Jordan West, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Jordan West, 1982 Print
    1981 Jordan West
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Minnesota River valley south of Carver comes to life in the early 1980s, showcasing a landscape of river-bottom lakes and upland farming. Researchers can locate the Augustana Cemetery, trace the Chicago and North Western rail line, and find the Drive-in Theater near Jordan.

  22. 1981 Map of Watertown, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Watertown, 1982 Print
    1981 Watertown
    1982 Print · USGS
    Carver County and its neighboring townships are captured here in the early eighties, showcasing a region defined by its numerous lakes and the South Fork Crow River. Researchers can locate historic sites like Trinity Cem, St Peters Ch, and the winding Luce Line Trail.
    2 unique versions available

  23. 1981 Map of Hamburg, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Hamburg, 1982 Print
    1981 Hamburg
    1982 Print · USGS
    The prairie and wetlands of Carver and Sibley counties are captured here in the early 1980s, centered on the railroad town of Hamburg. Genealogists and researchers can trace rural life through several burial sites like Snapsburg Cem and the waters of Washington Lake.

  24. 1981 Map of Waconia, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Waconia, 1982 Print
    1981 Waconia
    1982 Print · USGS
    Carver County during the early eighties shows a landscape of glacial lakes and growing lakeside communities. Genealogists can locate family sites near St Josephs Cem, Scandia Cem, or rural schools like School No 104 while tracing the dual rail lines.
    2 unique versions available

  25. 1981 Map of Jordan East, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Jordan East, 1982 Print
    1981 Jordan East
    1982 Print · USGS
    Scott County in the early eighties remains a landscape of small agricultural hamlets and glacial lakes. Researchers can trace the rail lines of the Chicago and North Western, locate local burial sites like St Marys Cem, or find the small community of Mudbaden.
    2 unique versions available

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