Old Maps of Nelson, Lancaster County
Explore 7 old maps of Nelson, spanning from 1897 to today. These high-resolution historic maps reveal how streets, neighborhoods, landmarks, and natural features evolved over time — perfect for genealogy, metal detecting, research, and local history exploration.
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Nelson, Lancaster County maps
(7)- 1897 Map of Lincoln
1897 Lincoln1897 Print · USGSLate-Victorian Nebraska comes into focus here as a bustling hub of steam and steel, centered on the capital. You can trace the early layouts of University Place and Bethany or locate rural landmarks like the Asylum, Lincoln Salt Lake, and the rail stop at Prairie Home.4 unique versions available - 1955 Map of Lincoln, 1967 Print
1955 Lincoln1967 Print · USGSSoutheast Nebraska in the mid-fifties presents a landscape of thriving railroad towns and the expanding footprint of the capital city. Researchers can trace the legacy of the pioneer era at the Homestead National Monument of America or locate mid-century military infrastructure like Lincoln Air Force Base.5 unique versions available - 1957 Map of Lincoln
1957 Lincoln1957 Print · USGSSoutheastern Nebraska at mid-century shows a landscape of thriving rail towns and expanding infrastructure centered on Lincoln. Researchers can trace the path of the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad through communities like Weeping Water, Fairmont, and Seward. - 1958 Map of Lincoln
1958 Lincoln1958 Print · USGSSoutheast Nebraska at the end of the 1950s shows a region defined by agricultural trade and the expansion of the state capital. Genealogists can trace family footprints across the Blue Valley and locate landmarks like the Lincoln AFB or the U.S. Veterans Hospital. - 1964 Map of Raymond, 1966 Print
1964 Raymond1966 Print · USGSThe 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 - 1986 Map of Lincoln
1986 Lincoln1986 Print · USGSMid-century development and the rail-and-river economy of southeastern Nebraska are clear in this 1980s survey. Researchers can trace the sprawling rail networks of the Burlington Northern and locate historic sites like Union College and the State Capitol.2 unique versions available - 2021 Map of Raymond, 2021 Print
2021 Raymond2021 Print · USGSNorthwest of the state capital during the early 2020s, this area shows the persistent rural character of villages like Raymond and Malcolm. Genealogists can trace family heritage through Saint Pauls Lutheran Cem and Oak Creek Cem along the winding Oak Creek.
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