Old Maps of Hopkins, Minnesota for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Hopkins with 20 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 Hopkins has changed over the decades.


Hopkins, 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. 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

  4. 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

  5. 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

  6. 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.

  7. 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

  8. 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

  9. 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

  10. 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

  11. 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.

  12. 2010 Map of Minneapolis South, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Minneapolis South, 2010 Print
    2010 Minneapolis South
    2010 Print · USGS
    The Twin Cities area is shown here in the early twenty-first century, featuring the dense residential grids and iconic lake systems of southern Minneapolis. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Lakewood Cemetery, the river islands including Nicollet Island, and suburban developments in Edina.

  13. 2013 Map of Minneapolis South, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Minneapolis South, 2013 Print
    2013 Minneapolis South
    2013 Print · USGS
    Minneapolis in the early 2010s is showcased here through its iconic Chain of Lakes and the riverfront that fueled its earliest industry. Researchers can trace historic neighborhoods like Kenwood Gables, local landmarks like the Hubert H Humphrey Metrodome, and burial records at Lakewood Cem or Saint Marys Cem.

  14. 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.

  15. 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.

  16. 2016 Map of Minneapolis South, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Minneapolis South, 2016 Print
    2016 Minneapolis South
    2016 Print · USGS
    Minneapolis and its western suburbs appear here in a modern era of dense urban integration and expansive park systems. Researchers can trace historic boundaries and land use through numerous burial sites like Lakewood Cem or the industrial corridors near Glenwood Junction.

  17. 2019 Map of Minneapolis South, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Minneapolis South, 2019 Print
    2019 Minneapolis South
    2019 Print · USGS
    Modern Minneapolis and its western suburbs are detailed here at the end of the 2010s. Researchers can trace historic cemeteries like Lakewood Cem or follow the shoreline of Bde Maka Ska and the industry near Nicollet Island.

  18. 2019 Map of Hopkins, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Hopkins, 2019 Print
    2019 Hopkins
    2019 Print · USGS
    Hennepin County’s western suburbs are captured here in the late twenty-tens, showing a landscape where modern development meets historic glacial lakes. Trace the growth of Hopkins and Plymouth, or locate local landmarks like Minnetonka Mills and Parkers Lake Cem.

  19. 2022 Map of Minneapolis South, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Minneapolis South, 2022 Print
    2022 Minneapolis South
    2022 Print · USGS
    The Minneapolis lake district and Mississippi riverfront are captured here in the early 2020s, showing a densely developed urban core and its southern suburbs. Researchers can locate significant burial grounds like Lakewood Cemetery and trace the shores of Bde Maka Ska and Lake Harriet.

  20. 2022 Map of Hopkins, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Hopkins, 2022 Print
    2022 Hopkins
    2022 Print · USGS
    Hennepin County’s western suburbs are captured in high detail during the early 2020s, showing the dense residential and commercial growth around historic water bodies. Researchers can trace local landmarks like Minnetonka Mills, Parkers Lake Cem, and the path of Minnehaha Creek.

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