Old Maps of Eden Prairie, Minnesota for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 36 historic maps of Eden Prairie. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

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Use these historic maps to boost your research and find new opportunities beneath the surface of Eden Prairie.


Eden Prairie, MN maps

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  1. 1896 Map of Minneapolis
    1896 Map of Minneapolis
    1896 Minneapolis
    1896 Print · USGS
    Hennepin County and the Minnesota River valley appear here in the mid-1890s, when the region was a mix of lakeside retreats and rail-side settlements. Genealogists and local historians can locate early landmarks like Edina Mills, the Washburn Home, and the Bloomington Ferry crossing.

  2. 1901 Map of Minneapolis
    1901 Map of Minneapolis
    1901 Minneapolis
    1901 Print · USGS
    The Twin Cities suburbs begin to take shape in the late nineteenth century as rail lines weave through lake-studded prairies. Trace the origins of local industry and transit at Edina Mills, the Bloomington Ferry, and the St. Louis Park rail junction.
    8 unique versions available

  3. 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.

  4. 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

  5. 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

  6. 1954 Map of Hopkins, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Hopkins, 1956 Print
    1954 Hopkins
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Western Minneapolis suburbs are shown here in the mid-1950s as they transitioned from rural outposts to established communities. Genealogists and historians can trace institutional sites like the Glen Lake Sanatorium, the Minneapolis Penal Institution, and the Shady Oak Sch (Abandoned).
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1954 Map of Eden Prairie, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Eden Prairie, 1956 Print
    1954 Eden Prairie
    1956 Print · USGS
    Eden Prairie and Bloomington are captured here in the mid-fifties, just as the river valley's rail-and-water economy met the early jet age. Genealogists can trace family sites near Bloomington Ferry, Eden Prairie Cem, and several abandoned schoolhouses.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1954 Map of Minneapolis, 1959 Print
    1954 Map of Minneapolis, 1959 Print
    1954 Minneapolis
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Twin Cities suburbs were in the midst of a post-war transformation during the early fifties as the urban grid expanded into the surrounding lake country. Researchers can find many lost local landmarks, from the Glen Lake Sanatorium and Flying Cloud Airport to the rural Eden Prairie Ch and Bloomington Cem.

  9. 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

  10. 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

  11. 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

  12. 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

  13. 1967 Map of Hopkins, 1969 Print
    1967 Map of Hopkins, 1969 Print
    1967 Hopkins
    1969 Print · USGS
    Suburban expansion and civic institutions define this Hennepin County landscape during the late sixties. Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy sites like the Glen Lake State Sanatorium, Minnetonka Mills, and the Grand View Park Cemetery.
    5 unique versions available

  14. 1967 Map of Eden Prairie, 1969 Print
    1967 Map of Eden Prairie, 1969 Print
    1967 Eden Prairie
    1969 Print · USGS
    The Minnesota River valley near Eden Prairie and Bloomington shows a transition from agricultural life to mid-century suburbanization. Trace historical local landmarks like Bloomington Ferry, the Flying Cloud Airport, and Eden Prairie Cem.
    5 unique versions available

  15. 1985 Map of Saint Paul
    1985 Map of Saint Paul
    1985 Saint Paul
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Twin Cities metropolitan area and its southern suburbs are captured here in the mid-eighties as the urban landscape expanded toward the Minnesota River. Researchers can trace the layout of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation, find local landmarks like St Benedict Church, and study the rail routes of the Soo Line.
    2 unique versions available

  16. 1997 Map of Excelsior, 1999 Print
    1997 Map of Excelsior, 1999 Print
    1997 Excelsior
    1999 Print · USGS
    Lake Minnetonka's intricate bays and peninsula towns are captured here in the late nineties as suburban growth matured around the water. Researchers can trace local landmarks like Woodside Cemetery, the Soo Line railroad, and Big Island.

  17. 2010 Map of Hopkins, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Hopkins, 2010 Print
    2010 Hopkins
    2010 Print · USGS
    Hennepin County’s western suburbs are captured here at the start of the decade, showing a landscape defined by interconnected lakes and major transit corridors. You can trace local history through the Minnetonka Mills settlement, the Indian Chief Camp, and several specialized landing sites like the Peterson Seaplane Base.

  18. 2010 Map of Shakopee, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Shakopee, 2010 Print
    2010 Shakopee
    2010 Print · USGS
    The Minnesota River valley comes into focus during this period of suburban growth in Chaska, Chanhassen, and Shakopee. Researchers can trace numerous local heritage sites including Moravian Cemetery, Rileys Landing Seaplane Base, and the University of Saint Thomas.

  19. 2010 Map of Eden Prairie, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Eden Prairie, 2010 Print
    2010 Eden Prairie
    2010 Print · USGS
    Eden Prairie and the Minnesota River valley are seen here in the first decade of the new millennium as suburban expansion meets major recreation sites. Researchers can locate long-standing landmarks like Murphy's Landing, the Bloomington Ferry Cemetery, and the historic settlement at Glendale.

  20. 2010 Map of Excelsior, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Excelsior, 2010 Print
    2010 Excelsior
    2010 Print · USGS
    The western suburbs of the Twin Cities are shown at the start of the 2010s, centered on the sprawling bays and points of Lake Minnetonka. Researchers can locate several historic burial sites like the Maxwell Family Cemetery or trace aviation history at the Vasa Park Seaplane Base.

  21. 2013 Map of Eden Prairie, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Eden Prairie, 2013 Print
    2013 Eden Prairie
    2013 Print · USGS
    Eden Prairie and the Minnesota River valley are shown here in the early twenty-first century as suburban growth surrounds old township centers. Genealogists and local historians can trace burial sites at Eden Prairie Cemetery or locate landmarks like Murphy's Landing and Flying Cloud Airport.

  22. 2013 Map of Excelsior, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Excelsior, 2013 Print
    2013 Excelsior
    2013 Print · USGS
    Lake Minnetonka's intricate bays and island communities are captured here in the early twenty-first century. Genealogists and local historians can locate legacy sites like Resurrection Cemetery, Big Island, and the waterfront streets of Excelsior.

  23. 2013 Map of Shakopee, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Shakopee, 2013 Print
    2013 Shakopee
    2013 Print · USGS
    The Minnesota River valley comes into focus during this period of suburban growth across Chaska and Shakopee. Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy sites like the Brickyard Clayhole, Aspden Cem, and Moravian Cem as modern developments rise around them.

  24. 2013 Map of Hopkins, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Hopkins, 2013 Print
    2013 Hopkins
    2013 Print · USGS
    Hennepin County suburbs are shown in a moment of dense growth during the early 2010s, with a heavy emphasis on the region's complex lake and creek systems. Genealogists and local historians can locate Parkers Lake Cemetery, the historic Minnetonka Mills, and the Indian Chief Camp near Birch Island Lake.

  25. 2016 Map of Hopkins, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Hopkins, 2016 Print
    2016 Hopkins
    2016 Print · USGS
    Hennepin County suburbs are shown in high detail during the early 2010s, capturing the transition from historic mill sites to modern residential hubs. Researchers can trace local heritage through Minnetonka Mills, Parkers Lake Cem, and the CP Rail corridor.

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