Old Maps of Independence, Minnesota for Metal Detecting
Plan your next treasure hunt with 41 historic maps of Independence. 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 Independence.
Independence, MN maps
(41)- 1905 Map of Minnetonka, 1957 Print
1905 Minnetonka1957 Print · USGSLake 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. - 1907 Map of Minnetonka
1907 Minnetonka1907 Print · USGSLake 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 - 1909 Map of Rockford
1909 Rockford1909 Print · USGSWright and Hennepin counties are shown here in the first decade of the twentieth century as the railroads transformed rural Minnesota. Genealogists can locate family-named features like Berning Mill, Salem Church, and early schools in Burschville or Hassan.2 unique versions available - 1953 Map of Saint Paul, 1964 Print
1953 Saint Paul1964 Print · USGSThe 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 - 1953 Map of Stillwater, 1980 Print
1953 Stillwater1980 Print · USGSThe Twin Cities and the St. Croix Valley are captured in this mid-century survey as the interstate era began to transform the Upper Midwest. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-and-river geography of Stillwater, locate landmarks in Anoka, or explore the sprawling St Croix State Park. - 1955 Map of Stillwater, 1965 Print
1955 Stillwater1965 Print · USGSThe Upper St. Croix Valley and the growing Twin Cities area are shown here during the mid-fifties, before the interstate era transformed the regional commute. You can trace the lines of the Northern Pacific RR through towns like Rush City or locate the Saint Croix Indian Reservation. - 1957 Map of Waconia, 1959 Print
1957 Waconia1959 Print · USGSCarver 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 - 1958 Map of Stillwater
1958 Stillwater1958 Print · USGSThe Upper Mississippi and St. Croix River valleys appear in the mid-fifties as the Twin Cities expanded north. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Oak Park Cem, Saint Michael Church, and the Soo Line RR rail corridors.2 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Rockford, 1959 Print
1958 Rockford1959 Print · USGSWright and Hennepin counties are shown here in the late fifties, during a period of steady rural growth and agricultural stability. Researchers can trace ancestral roots at Berning Mill, find small country schoolhouses like Oakdale School, or locate parish centers such as St Michael Church.2 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Mound, 1959 Print
1958 Mound1959 Print · USGSThe 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 - 1958 Map of Lake Minnetonka, 1959 Print
1958 Lake Minnetonka1959 Print · USGSThe 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 - 1958 Map of Buffalo, 1959 Print
1958 Buffalo1959 Print · USGSWright County in the late fifties was a landscape of deep-set lakes and small farming villages connected by the Great Northern rail line. Genealogists and historians can trace local family roots through sites like Swedesburg Ch, St Timothy Cem, and East Maple Lake Sch.2 unique versions available - 1959 Map of Saint Paul
1959 Saint Paul1959 Print · USGSThe 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 - 1965 Map of Stillwater
1965 Stillwater1965 Print · USGSThe Twin Cities and the St. Croix Valley are mapped here during a period of significant post-war growth and industrial transit. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Northern Pacific RR through towns such as Rush City, Amery, and Balsam Lake. - 1975 Map of Stillwater
1975 Stillwater1975 Print · USGSThe Twin Cities and the St. Croix Valley are captured in the mid-seventies, showing the urban growth of Minneapolis and St Paul. Researchers can trace old rail corridors of the Northern Pacific RR and locate tribal lands at the Mille Lacs Indian Reservation.2 unique versions available - 1981 Map of Rockford
1981 Rockford1981 Print · USGSCentral Minnesota lake country is captured here in the early eighties as the Crow River and the Burlington Northern railroad shaped local growth. Researchers can locate family sites near Burschville, Loretto, or the SS Peter & Paul Cem.2 unique versions available - 1981 Map of Watertown, 1982 Print
1981 Watertown1982 Print · USGSCarver 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 - 1981 Map of Delano, 1982 Print
1981 Delano1982 Print · USGSThe Crow River forks and the bustling town of Delano are captured in the early eighties. Genealogists can trace family names across nearly a dozen sites, including Cassel Cem, St Peters Cem, and St Josephs Cem. - 1985 Map of Saint Paul
1985 Saint Paul1985 Print · USGSThe 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 - 1985 Map of Anoka
1985 Anoka1985 Print · USGSThe northern Twin Cities suburbs and the Mississippi River valley are captured here in the mid-eighties as suburban growth began to meet rural conservation lands. Trace the expansion of Anoka and Blaine, or locate family landmarks near the Rum River and Buffalo Lake. - 1991 Map of Anoka, 1992 Print
1991 Anoka1992 Print · USGSThe northern Twin Cities suburbs and the upper Mississippi River valley are captured here in the early nineties during a period of rapid suburban expansion. Trace the rail corridors of the Burlington Northern Railroad or explore the boundaries of the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge and Lake Maria State Park. - 2010 Map of Watertown, 2010 Print
2010 Watertown2010 Print · USGSCovers Independence, including Minnetrista, Watertown, and other nearby areas - 2010 Map of Rockford, 2010 Print
2010 Rockford2010 Print · USGSCovers Independence, including Orono, Corcoran, and other nearby areas - 2010 Map of Delano, 2010 Print
2010 Delano2010 Print · USGSCovers Independence, including Delano, Rockford, and other nearby areas - 2010 Map of Mound, 2010 Print
2010 Mound2010 Print · USGSCovers Independence, including Chanhassen, Mound, and other nearby areas
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