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1960s Maps of Lancaster County, Nebraska

Explore 25 historic maps of Lancaster County from the 1960s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1960s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Lancaster County's landscape evolved across the 1960s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1960s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Lancaster County's history through authentic maps from the 1960s. This is your window into the past.

Lancaster County, NE maps

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  1. 1964 Map of Cortland, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Cortland, 1965 Print
    1964 Cortland
    1965 Print · USGS
    Southeast Nebraska farmland is captured here in the mid-sixties, centered on the Union Pacific rail corridor between Hickman and Cortland. Genealogists and local historians can locate early landmarks like Stockfeldt Cem, Good Hope Sch, and the Stagecoach Lake recreation area.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1964 Map of Hallam, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Hallam, 1965 Print
    1964 Hallam
    1965 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Nebraska is captured in the mid-sixties as utility and recreation developments reshaped the rural landscape. Researchers can locate several historic burial grounds like Kramer Community Cem and schoolhouses such as School No 11 along the Rock Island line.
  7. 1964 Map of Crete South, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Crete South, 1965 Print
    1964 Crete South
    1965 Print · USGS
    Saline County agricultural life and early education are preserved here in the mid-1960s. Genealogists can trace family footprints at Bohemian National Cem and locate rural landmarks like Big Blue Sch or the hamlet of Shestak.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1964 Map of Crete North, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Crete North, 1965 Print
    1964 Crete North
    1965 Print · USGS
    Saline County and the surrounding plains are captured in the mid-1960s as the riverfront community of Crete expands. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural school sites like Valley View Sch and the rail-side settlement of Berks along the Chicago Burlington and Quincy line.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1964 Map of Waverly, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Waverly, 1965 Print
    1964 Waverly
    1965 Print · USGS
    Lancaster County's agricultural and rail-dependent landscape comes into focus during the mid-sixties, centered on the growing town of Waverly. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural landmarks like Bethlehem Ch, Pierce Cem, and the path of the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1964 Map of Garland, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Garland, 1965 Print
    1964 Garland
    1965 Print · USGS
    Seward County's agricultural and rail landscape is meticulously detailed in the mid-sixties, centered on the village of Garland. Researchers can locate historic rural sites including Germantown Cem, Immanuel Sch, and the junction of the Chicago and North Western railroad.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1964 Map of Denton, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Denton, 1965 Print
    1964 Denton
    1965 Print · USGS
    Southwestern Lancaster County in the mid-1960s shows a landscape of rail-connected villages and new reservoir projects. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural roots through Wesley Chapel Cem or locate the village of Martell along the Rock Island tracks.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1964 Map of Roca, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Roca, 1965 Print
    1964 Roca
    1965 Print · USGS
    Southeast of Lincoln in the mid-1960s, a dense network of five major railroads converges along the Salt Creek valley. Researchers can trace the heritage of local industry and education through Quarries near Roca and rural schoolhouses like Hedge Hill Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1964 Map of Pleasant Dale, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Pleasant Dale, 1965 Print
    1964 Pleasant Dale
    1965 Print · USGS
    Pleasant Dale and the surrounding prairie of eastern Nebraska are shown here in the mid-sixties as new reservoirs reshaped the landscape. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Zion Ch, Burd Sch, and the Pleasant Dale Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1964 Map of Davey, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Davey, 1966 Print
    1964 Davey
    1966 Print · USGS
    North of Lincoln in the mid-1960s, this area of Lancaster County shows a landscape of traditional farming and rural education. Genealogists can locate family sites near Tothill Cem or trace the old rail-side life of Davey and School No 122.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1964 Map of Walton, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Walton, 1966 Print
    1964 Walton
    1966 Print · USGS
    The eastern outskirts of Lincoln and the surrounding Lancaster County townships appear here during a period of mid-century suburban growth. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of Bethany and Havelock, or locate rural landmarks like Schultz Cem and the community of Walton.
    3 unique versions available
  34. 1964 Map of Emerald, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Emerald, 1966 Print
    1964 Emerald
    1966 Print · USGS
    The western edge of the Nebraska capital was defined by military and recreational expansion in the early sixties. Researchers can trace the legacy of Lincoln Air Force Base, find local schools like School No 69, and locate St Johns Cem.
    3 unique versions available
  37. 1964 Map of Raymond, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Raymond, 1966 Print
    1964 Raymond
    1966 Print · USGS
    The area northwest of Lincoln comes alive in the mid-sixties, showing a landscape defined by meandering creek beds and vital rail connections. Researchers can trace family history through sites like St Pauls Cem or explore the footprint of Lincoln Air Force Base.
    2 unique versions available
  40. 1964 Map of Lincoln, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Lincoln, 1966 Print
    1964 Lincoln
    1966 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Lincoln is captured here during a time of major institutional and military expansion. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of neighborhoods like University Place and Belmont or locate historic sites such as the State Penitentiary and Pioneers Park.
    3 unique versions available
  43. 1965 Map of Firth, 1966 Print
    1965 Map of Firth, 1966 Print
    1965 Firth
    1966 Print · USGS
    Southeast of Lincoln in the mid-1960s, these rural townships were anchored by the rail lines and rivers that sustained local agriculture. Genealogists can locate several historic burial sites and congregations, including Pella Cem, St Johns Ch, and the settlement of Holland.
  46. 1965 Map of Douglas, 1966 Print
    1965 Map of Douglas, 1966 Print
    1965 Douglas
    1966 Print · USGS
    The rolling hills of Otoe and Johnson counties appear here in the mid-1960s, centered on the village of Douglas. Researchers can trace the Missouri Pacific railroad line and find family sites like Solon Cem and St Martins Cem.
  49. 1966 Map of Greenwood, 1967 Print
    1966 Map of Greenwood, 1967 Print
    1966 Greenwood
    1967 Print · USGS
    Mid-century eastern Nebraska is captured here as the new interstate began to reshape the landscape near Greenwood. Genealogists can trace family footprints at Belmont Cem and Alvo Cem or locate the old School No 81.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1966 Map of Bennet, 1967 Print
    1966 Map of Bennet, 1967 Print
    1966 Bennet
    1967 Print · USGS
    Southeast of Lincoln in the mid-sixties, this landscape showcases a rural rail-and-river economy centered on the Chicago Burlington and Quincy line. Researchers can trace family plots at Cheney Cem or explore the development of Wagon Train Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 1966 Map of Eagle, 1967 Print
    1966 Map of Eagle, 1967 Print
    1966 Eagle
    1967 Print · USGS
    In the mid-1960s, this portion of eastern Nebraska was a vital intersection for the Missouri Pacific and Rock Island railroads. Researchers can locate numerous family burial sites like Wright Cem and Bunten Cem or trace the early development of Eagle and Alvo.
  58. 1966 Map of Palmyra, 1968 Print
    1966 Map of Palmyra, 1968 Print
    1966 Palmyra
    1968 Print · USGS
    In the mid-1960s, these Otoe and Lancaster county borderlands were defined by the winding Little Nemaha River and the CHICAGO BURLINGTON AND QUINCY railroad. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Palmyra and Bennet, or locate rural burials at Rosewood Cem and Mt Zion Cem.
  61. 1969 Map of Ashland West, 1971 Print
    1969 Map of Ashland West, 1971 Print
    1969 Ashland West
    1971 Print · USGS
    The Saunders County countryside near the tri-county border is captured here in the late sixties, showcasing a landscape of winding creeks and rail-side towns. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural school locations like School No 3, the Burlington Northern rail corridor, and burial sites such as Carr Cem.
  64. 1969 Map of Valparaiso SW, 1971 Print
    1969 Map of Valparaiso SW, 1971 Print
    1969 Valparaiso SW
    1971 Print · USGS
    Southeast Butler County and the surrounding Nebraska prairie are captured here in the late sixties. Researchers can trace the path of the Union Pacific railroad and locate local landmarks like the Oak Ridge Sch and the Flowing Well.
  67. 1969 Map of Valparaiso, 1971 Print
    1969 Map of Valparaiso, 1971 Print
    1969 Valparaiso
    1971 Print · USGS
    The rural landscape of Saunders and Lancaster Counties comes into focus in the late 1960s. Genealogists and local historians can trace early community life through family landmarks like St Marys Cem, Indian Camp Sch, and Novotnys Sky Ranch.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1969 Map of Ceresco, 1971 Print
    1969 Map of Ceresco, 1971 Print
    1969 Ceresco
    1971 Print · USGS
    Ceresco sits at a vital rail and water junction in late 1960s Nebraska, where the Chicago and North Western line meets the Rock Creek drainage. Researchers can trace rural roots through the Fridhem Cemetery, Rock Creek Cemetery, and old schoolhouses like School No. 32.
  73. 1969 Map of Wahoo SE, 1971 Print
    1969 Map of Wahoo SE, 1971 Print
    1969 Wahoo SE
    1971 Print · USGS
    Saunders and Lancaster counties were still largely defined by small farmsteads and rural school districts in the late 1960s. Family historians can locate specific burial sites at New Pleasant Hill Cem and Free Church Cem or trace the path of the Chicago and North Western railroad.
    2 unique versions available
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