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Old Maps of Hibbing, Minnesota for Metal Detecting

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Hibbing, MN maps

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  1. 1951 Map of Hibbing, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Hibbing, 1953 Print
    1951 Hibbing
    1953 Print · USGS
    Iron mining at mid-century defines the landscape of the Mesabi Range as massive open pits expand between settled communities. Trace the proximity of industrial sites like the Mahoning-Hull-Rust Mine to local landmarks such as Maple Hill Cem and Cobb-Cook Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1951 Map of Buhl, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Buhl, 1953 Print
    1951 Buhl
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Mesabi Range iron industry is in full stride during the early fifties, carving out a landscape of massive open pits and rail junctions. Genealogists and historians can trace the industrial footprint of the Sherman and Fraser mines, or locate local landmarks like Swandale School and Lake View Cemetery.
    6 unique versions available
  7. 1952 Map of Keewatin, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Keewatin, 1954 Print
    1952 Keewatin
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Iron Range pulses with industrial activity in the early fifties, centered on the mining hubs of Keewatin and Kelly Lake. Genealogists and industrial historians can trace the massive pits of the Stevenson Mine and Bennett Mine, alongside the complex rail networks of the Great Northern and Mesabi Chief Mine RR.
    4 unique versions available
  10. 1952 Map of Riley, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Riley, 1954 Print
    1952 Riley
    1954 Print · USGS
    St. Louis County timber and rail lands are captured here in the early fifties, showing the area as it transitioned through the post-war era. Researchers can locate the Maple Hill Sch and Town Hall, or trace the winding West Swan River through the Floodwood Memorial Forest.
    3 unique versions available
  13. 1952 Map of Silica, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Silica, 1954 Print
    1952 Silica
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Mesabi Range borderlands in the early fifties show a landscape transition from industrial rail corridors to managed timberlands. Researchers can trace the legacy of the Duluth Missabe and Iron Range tracks, locate St Theresa Ch in Silica, and explore the wetlands around Sand Lake.
    4 unique versions available
  16. 1952 Map of Little Swan, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Little Swan, 1954 Print
    1952 Little Swan
    1954 Print · USGS
    St. Louis County is captured in the early fifties as a landscape of winding rivers and timbered wetlands. Genealogists and researchers can trace the rail-and-river economy near Little Swan, the Great Northern line, and the Little Swan Dam.
    3 unique versions available
  19. 1954 Map of Hibbing, 1966 Print
    1954 Map of Hibbing, 1966 Print
    1954 Hibbing
    1966 Print · USGS
    Northern Minnesota's Iron Range thrives during the mid-1960s, showing the industrial landscape between the Mesabi Range and the Mississippi River. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail lines of the Great Northern RR through mining hubs like Hibbing and Virginia.
    3 unique versions available
  22. 1955 Map of Dewey Lake, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Dewey Lake, 1956 Print
    1955 Dewey Lake
    1956 Print · USGS
    St. Louis County is captured here in the mid-1950s as the northern reaches of the Mesabi Range meet the deep woods. Researchers can trace the early layout of Chisholm, locate the Calvary Cemetery, and explore the shoreline of Dewey Lake.
    4 unique versions available
  25. 1957 Map of Hibbing
    1957 Map of Hibbing
    1957 Hibbing
    1957 Print · USGS
    Northern Minnesota's Iron Range is shown at its industrial peak in the mid-fifties, dominated by the massive iron pits and rail corridors of the Mesabi Range. Researchers can trace the rail networks of the Duluth Missabe and Iron Range and locate mining hubs like Hibbing, Virginia, and Bovey.
  28. 1957 Map of Hibbing, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Hibbing, 1958 Print
    1957 Hibbing
    1958 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Hibbing and the surrounding Mesabi Range are defined by the massive iron pits and dense company neighborhoods of the 1950s. Trace the industrial footprint of the Mahoning-Hull-Rust Mine alongside local landmarks like Alice Sch and the Radio Tower (WMFG).
    5 unique versions available
  31. 1958 Map of Hibbing
    1958 Map of Hibbing
    1958 Hibbing
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Mesabi Iron Range reached its mid-century height during this era, defining the landscape between Grand Rapids and Virginia. Genealogists and historians can trace the mining-town networks of Hibbing and Chisholm or locate numerous iron mines and rail spurs.
  34. 1964 Map of Hibbing
    1964 Map of Hibbing
    1964 Hibbing
    1964 Print · USGS
    Northern Minnesota’s iron-rich corridor is captured here during a peak era of mid-century industrial activity. Researchers can trace the rail-to-mine connections through Mesabi Range towns like Hibbing and Virginia or locate lakefront settlements near Pokegama Lake.
  37. 1964 Map of Stingy Lake, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Stingy Lake, 1965 Print
    1964 Stingy Lake
    1965 Print · USGS
    Northern Minnesota's lake-and-forest interior is preserved here in the mid-sixties, where the George Washington State Forest meets St. Louis county. Trace old resource sites and forest boundaries near Stingy Lake, Day Lake, and the Gravel Pit at Kleffman Lake.
    4 unique versions available
  40. 1976 Map of Bigfork, 1994 Print
    1976 Map of Bigfork, 1994 Print
    1976 Bigfork
    1994 Print · USGS
    Northern Minnesota's woods and waters are captured in the mid-seventies, showing the intersection of logging country and forest conservation. Researchers can trace rural post offices and fire lookouts like the Scenic Lookout Tower alongside lakes such as Bello Lake and Deer Lake.
  43. 1977 Map of Hibbing, 1994 Print
    1977 Map of Hibbing, 1994 Print
    1977 Hibbing
    1994 Print · USGS
    The Iron Range of northern Minnesota comes into sharp focus during the late seventies, detailing the massive mining works and rail networks of St. Louis County. Researchers can trace family roots in Hibbing, Chisholm, and Virginia, or locate old post offices like Leoneth and Iron.
  46. 1992 Map of Pokegama Lake
    1992 Map of Pokegama Lake
    1992 Pokegama Lake
    1992 Print · USGS
    Itasca County in the early nineties showcases the industrial pulse of the Iron Range and the vast waters of the north woods. Trace the rail lines of the Duluth Missabe and Iron Range Railway or locate old settlements like Wawina and Calumet.
  49. 1994 Map of Vermillion Lake
    1994 Map of Vermillion Lake
    1994 Vermillion Lake
    1994 Print · USGS
    The Mesabi Iron Range meets the North Woods in the 1990s, showcasing the heavy industrial footprint of the Duluth Missabe & Iron Range RR. Trace the sprawling works of the Mines near Virginia or the intricate island shorelines of Vermilion Lake.
  52. 2010 Map of Keewatin, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Keewatin, 2010 Print
    2010 Keewatin
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Hibbing, including Keewatin, Nashwauk, and other nearby areas
  55. 2010 Map of Silica, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Silica, 2010 Print
    2010 Silica
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Hibbing, including Nashwauk, Silica, and other nearby areas
  58. 2010 Map of Riley, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Riley, 2010 Print
    2010 Riley
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Hibbing, including Riley, Saint Louis County, and other nearby areas
  61. 2010 Map of Little Swan, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Little Swan, 2010 Print
    2010 Little Swan
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Hibbing, including Little Swan, Onega, and other nearby areas
  64. 2010 Map of Hibbing, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Hibbing, 2010 Print
    2010 Hibbing
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Hibbing, including Chisholm, Kerr, and other nearby areas
  67. 2010 Map of Buhl, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Buhl, 2010 Print
    2010 Buhl
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Hibbing, including Chisholm, Buhl, and other nearby areas
  70. 2011 Map of Dewey Lake, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Dewey Lake, 2011 Print
    2011 Dewey Lake
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Hibbing, including Chisholm, Saint Louis County, and other nearby areas
  73. 2011 Map of Stingy Lake, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Stingy Lake, 2011 Print
    2011 Stingy Lake
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Hibbing, including Saint Louis County, Itasca County, and other nearby areas
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