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Old Maps of Edina, Minnesota for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 35 historic maps of Edina. 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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Edina, 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.
  4. 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
  7. 1952 Map of Minneapolis South, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Minneapolis South, 1954 Print
    1952 Minneapolis South
    1954 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Minneapolis and its growing western suburbs are documented here during a period of significant post-war expansion. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of Edina and St Louis Park or locate family sites near Lakewood Cemetery and St Marys Cemetery.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 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
  13. 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
  16. 1954 Map of Bloomington, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Bloomington, 1956 Print
    1954 Bloomington
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Minnesota River valley in the mid-fifties is captured at the moment of its suburban expansion south of the Twin Cities. Genealogists and local historians can trace family sites from Savage to Oxboro, locating landmarks like Port Cargill and the Bloomington Ferry Ch.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 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
  22. 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.
  25. 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
  28. 1967 Map of Minneapolis South, 1969 Print
    1967 Map of Minneapolis South, 1969 Print
    1967 Minneapolis South
    1969 Print · USGS
    The Twin Cities suburbs and urban core are seen here during the late sixties, as the region's lakefronts and parkways matured. Researchers can trace the development of Southdale, locate family plots in Lakewood Cemetery, or study the rail corridors of the Great Northern.
    6 unique versions available
  31. 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
  34. 1967 Map of Bloomington, 1969 Print
    1967 Map of Bloomington, 1969 Print
    1967 Bloomington
    1969 Print · USGS
    The Twin Cities suburbs experienced a surge of growth during the late sixties as residential developments filled the spaces between historic river towns. Genealogists and local historians can trace the footprint of community institutions like Bloomington Ferry Ch, Port Cargill, and the Minnesota Masonic Home.
    5 unique versions available
  37. 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
  40. 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
  43. 1997 Map of Bloomington, 1999 Print
    1997 Map of Bloomington, 1999 Print
    1997 Bloomington
    1999 Print · USGS
    The Twin Cities' southern suburbs were fully established by the late nineties, from the bustling commerce of Bloomington to the residential streets of Savage. Trace local landmarks like the Minnesota Masonic Home, the Southtown Shopping Center, and the industrial docks at Port Cargill.
  46. 2010 Map of Bloomington, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Bloomington, 2010 Print
    2010 Bloomington
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Edina, including Bloomington, Burnsville, and other nearby areas
  49. 2010 Map of Hopkins, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Hopkins, 2010 Print
    2010 Hopkins
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Edina, including Plymouth, Eden Prairie, and other nearby areas
  52. 2010 Map of Minneapolis South, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Minneapolis South, 2010 Print
    2010 Minneapolis South
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Edina, including Minneapolis, Saint Louis Park, and other nearby areas
  55. 2010 Map of Eden Prairie, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Eden Prairie, 2010 Print
    2010 Eden Prairie
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Edina, including Bloomington, Eden Prairie, and other nearby areas
  58. 2013 Map of Minneapolis South, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Minneapolis South, 2013 Print
    2013 Minneapolis South
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Edina, including Minneapolis, Saint Louis Park, and other nearby areas
  61. 2013 Map of Eden Prairie, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Eden Prairie, 2013 Print
    2013 Eden Prairie
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Edina, including Bloomington, Eden Prairie, and other nearby areas
  64. 2013 Map of Bloomington, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Bloomington, 2013 Print
    2013 Bloomington
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Edina, including Bloomington, Burnsville, and other nearby areas
  67. 2013 Map of Hopkins, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Hopkins, 2013 Print
    2013 Hopkins
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Edina, including Plymouth, Eden Prairie, and other nearby areas
  70. 2016 Map of Hopkins, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Hopkins, 2016 Print
    2016 Hopkins
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Edina, including Plymouth, Eden Prairie, and other nearby areas
  73. 2016 Map of Eden Prairie, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Eden Prairie, 2016 Print
    2016 Eden Prairie
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Edina, including Bloomington, Eden Prairie, and other nearby areas
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