Historical Maps of Raleigh

Journey back in time with 21 historical maps of Raleigh, dating from 1943 to present day. Explore and discover the history of Raleigh through detailed topographic maps, featuring cities, landmarks, and geographical changes. Dive deeper into each map with our interactive high-resolution viewer and extensive library data. Every map in our collection is also available for purchase as a framed or unframed museum-quality print for those interested interested in bringing a part of history into their home. Begin your historical adventure now!
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All Maps (21)

  1. 1943 Map of Raleigh, NC
    1943 Map of Raleigh, NC
    1943 Raleigh
    Includes Raleigh, NC, Durham County, NC, and others
    Originally titled "Raleigh 1943"
    Published 1943
  2. 1943 Map of Raleigh, NC
    1943 Map of Raleigh, NC
    1943 Raleigh
    Includes Raleigh, NC, Durham County, NC, and others
    Originally titled "Raleigh 1943"
    Published 1943
  3. 1951 Map of Raleigh, NC, 1952 Print
    1951 Map of Raleigh, NC, 1952 Print
    1951 Raleigh
    Includes Raleigh, NC, Durham County, NC, and others
    Originally titled "Raleigh 1951"
    Published 1952
  4. 1951 Map of Raleigh, NC, 1962 Print
    1951 Map of Raleigh, NC, 1962 Print
    1951 Raleigh
    Includes Raleigh, NC, Durham County, NC, and others
    Originally titled "Raleigh 1951"
    Published 1962
  5. 1951 Map of Raleigh, NC, 1967 Print
    1951 Map of Raleigh, NC, 1967 Print
    1951 Raleigh
    Includes Raleigh, NC, Durham County, NC, and others
    Originally titled "Raleigh 1951"
    Published 1967
  6. 1953 Map of Raleigh, NC, 1965 Print
    1953 Map of Raleigh, NC, 1965 Print
    1953 Raleigh
    Originally titled "Raleigh 1953"
    Published 1965
  7. 1953 Map of Raleigh, NC, 1971 Print
    1953 Map of Raleigh, NC, 1971 Print
    1953 Raleigh
    Originally titled "Raleigh 1953"
    Published 1971
  8. 1953 Map of Raleigh, NC, 1976 Print
    1953 Map of Raleigh, NC, 1976 Print
    1953 Raleigh
    Originally titled "Raleigh 1953"
    Published 1976
  9. 1953 Map of Raleigh, NC, 1976 Print
    1953 Map of Raleigh, NC, 1976 Print
    1953 Raleigh
    Originally titled "Raleigh 1953"
    Published 1976
  10. 1954 Map of Raleigh, NC
    1954 Map of Raleigh, NC
    1954 Raleigh
    Originally titled "Raleigh 1954"
    Published 1954
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Frequently asked questions about Raleigh historical maps

  • Can I purchase a physical print of a historical map of Raleigh?

    Yes! Every map in our collection can be purchased as a museum-quality print that we meticulously lay out by hand to ensure the highest quality final product. We offer a variety of sizes and prints can be either framed or unframed. Explore purchase options by clicking the "Buy Print" button on any map page.

  • Why are historical maps of Raleigh important for research and professional purposes?

    Historical maps of Raleigh offer a unique perspective on an area's past, making them invaluable for environmental consultants, surveyors, legal professionals, geneologists, historians, and hobbyists alike. They are used in environmental site assessments, lot line research, and land dispute resolution.

  • What types of historical maps are available for Raleigh?

    Our diverse collection includes detailed topographic maps from the United States Geological Survey's Historical Topographic Map Collection as well as from a variety of public and private collections we've sourced, each providing a unique glimpse into Raleigh's past. We'll soon begin to offer historical aerial images as well.

  • What advanced features do you offer for professional use?

    We offer advanced features including 3D terrain visualization, georeferencing, customizeable base maps, multi-layering capabilities, and annotation tools. These features allow for in-depth analysis, customization, and report building utilizing our historical map collection.

  • How can I find a specific historical map of Raleigh?

    Our platform has over 185,000 fully digitized and interactive maps, and 21 maps available specifically for Raleigh. You can easily filter and search by address, place, date, scale, or landmark to find the specific map they need, or browse our collection by city, county, and state.

  • How can I contribute a historical map of Raleigh that's not in your collection?

    We welcome contributions! If you have a map that isn't in our collection, reach out to us at hello@pastmaps.com. We can assist with digitizing individual maps or entire collections.

  • What is the oldest map of Raleigh in your collection?

    The oldest map of Raleigh in our collection is from 1943.

  • How can I download a map of Raleigh?

    Every map in our collection can be freely downloaded as a high-resolution GeoTIFF or GeoPDF file. You can use this file with mapping software or print it out for personal use.