Old Maps of Madison, Minnesota for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Madison with 9 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 Madison has changed over the decades.


Madison, MN maps

(9)
  1. 1953 Map of Milbank, 1958 Print
    1953 Map of Milbank, 1958 Print
    1953 Milbank
    1958 Print · USGS
    The tri-state border region of South Dakota, North Dakota, and Minnesota is shown here during the early fifties, a landscape defined by glacial lakes and the Sisseton Indian Reservation. Researchers can trace the legacy of the western railroads, locating old stops along the Great Northern and settlements like Milbank, Webster, and Sisseton.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1958 Map of Milbank
    1958 Map of Milbank
    1958 Milbank
    1958 Print · USGS
    The northern Great Plains in the late fifties show a landscape of glacial lakes and reservation lands shaped by the Great Northern railroad. Genealogists and local historians can trace the grid of settlements from Britton to Milbank and locate landmarks like Enemy Swim Lake and the Sisseton Indian Reservation.

  3. 1958 Map of Madison, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Madison, 1959 Print
    1958 Madison
    1959 Print · USGS
    Madison and its surrounding townships are captured here in the late fifties as a settled agricultural hub. Genealogists and local researchers can trace the old Minneapolis and St Louis rail line and locate landmarks like the Hegre Cem and County Home.

  4. 1985 Map of Milbank
    1985 Map of Milbank
    1985 Milbank
    1985 Print · USGS
    The South Dakota and Minnesota border region comes into focus during the mid-eighties as a hub of prairie lakes and rail transport. Genealogists and researchers can trace the lakeside settlements of Hiawatha Beach, the streets of Milbank, and legacy rail lines like the Burlington Northern.

  5. 2010 Map of Madison, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Madison, 2010 Print
    2010 Madison
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Madison, including Lac qui Parle County, United States, and other nearby areas

  6. 2013 Map of Madison, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Madison, 2013 Print
    2013 Madison
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Madison, including Lac qui Parle County, United States, and other nearby areas

  7. 2016 Map of Madison, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Madison, 2016 Print
    2016 Madison
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Madison, including Lac qui Parle County, United States, and other nearby areas

  8. 2019 Map of Madison, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Madison, 2019 Print
    2019 Madison
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Madison, including Lac qui Parle County, United States, and other nearby areas

  9. 2022 Map of Madison, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Madison, 2022 Print
    2022 Madison
    2022 Print · USGS
    Western Minnesota prairie life is centered on the town of Madison in this recent look at Lac qui Parle County. Genealogists and local historians can trace the town’s grid and locate rural landmarks such as Hegre Cem and the Lac Qui Parle County Courthouse.

End of results
Showing maps 1-9 of 9

Top cities near Madison

See more

Frequently asked questions

  • What are the different types of historical maps available for Madison?
  • What is the oldest map of Madison?
  • Where can I purchase historical maps of Madison for my home or office?
  • Where can I download high-res historical maps of Madison?
  • Are there historical topographic maps available for Madison?
  • Is there historical aerial imagery available for Madison?
  • Where are historical maps of Madison sourced from?

Explore Madison by time and use case