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1900s (20th Century) Maps of Aurora, Ledyard

Explore 13 historic maps of Aurora from the 1900s (20th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1900s — 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 Aurora's landscape evolved across the 1900s, 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 1900s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Aurora's history through authentic maps from the 1900s. This is your window into the past.

Aurora, Ledyard maps

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  1. 1902 Map of Genoa
    1902 Map of Genoa
    1902 Genoa
    1902 Print · USGS
    The Finger Lakes region thrived on water and rail transport at the turn of the century, centered on the transit hub of Cayuga Lake. Genealogists and historians can trace the early Steamboat Route and find historic sites like Wells College and Taughannic Falls.
    8 unique versions available
  4. 1902 Map of Auburn
    1902 Map of Auburn
    1902 Auburn
    1902 Print · USGS
    The Finger Lakes region thrived at the turn of the century as a hub of rail lines and canal traffic. Genealogists and historians can trace old homesteads and landings from Union Springs to Throopsville, including the complex rail junctions at Cayuga Junction and Aurelius Sta.
    9 unique versions available
  7. 1942 Map of Sheldrake, 1960 Print
    1942 Map of Sheldrake, 1960 Print
    1942 Sheldrake
    1960 Print · USGS
    The shores of Cayuga Lake are captured here during the early 1940s, showcasing a rural landscape of crossroads hamlets and lakeside points. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Parker Cem, Wells College, and the rail depot at King Ferry Sta.
  10. 1943 Map of Sheldrake
    1943 Map of Sheldrake
    1943 Sheldrake
    1943 Print · USGS
    Cayuga Lake's eastern and western shores are captured here in the early 1940s, showing a landscape of deep gullies and lakeside rail stations. Genealogists can trace family names at Quaker Cem or locate former hubs like Kings Ferry Station and Wells College.
  13. 1943 Map of Union Springs
    1943 Map of Union Springs
    1943 Union Springs
    1943 Print · USGS
    The eastern shores of Cayuga Lake come to life in the 1940s as the rail-and-water economy supports bustling lakeside villages. Genealogists can locate family landmarks from Red Jacket Cem to Sherwood, alongside numerous rural schools and the Lehigh Valley line.
  16. 1950 Map of Elmira
    1950 Map of Elmira
    1950 Elmira
    1950 Print · USGS
    The Finger Lakes region thrived in the late 1940s as a hub of industry and transport. Trace family roots and vanished landmarks near Seneca Lake or explore the rail lines of the Erie RR and the sprawling Seneca Ordnance Depot.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1955 Map of Union Springs, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Union Springs, 1957 Print
    1955 Union Springs
    1957 Print · USGS
    The eastern shores of Cayuga Lake are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the rail-linked settlements of Union Springs and Aurora. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Powers Corner, Red Jacket Cem, and Union Springs Academy.
    3 unique versions available
  22. 1956 Map of Auburn, 1961 Print
    1956 Map of Auburn, 1961 Print
    1956 Auburn
    1961 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Cayuga County is defined by the industrial engine of Auburn and the busy shorelines of Cayuga and Owasco Lakes. Genealogists and historians can trace family ties through Old Quaker Cem, locate the old Half Acre Sta, and see the early footprint of the New York State Thruway.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1958 Map of Elmira
    1958 Map of Elmira
    1958 Elmira
    1958 Print · USGS
    The New York Finger Lakes during the late fifties reveal a complex landscape of glacial geology and industrial growth. Researchers can trace historic transport corridors like the Erie Canal and Erie RR, or locate institutional landmarks like Cornell University.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1962 Map of Elmira, 1969 Print
    1962 Map of Elmira, 1969 Print
    1962 Elmira
    1969 Print · USGS
    The Finger Lakes region and Southern Tier are captured here during a period of industrial maturity and highway expansion. Researchers can trace the path of the Erie Canal, the footprint of the Seneca Army Depot, and legacy rail lines through Elmira and Ithaca.
    4 unique versions available
  31. 1965 Map of Elmira
    1965 Map of Elmira
    1965 Elmira
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Finger Lakes and Southern Tier regions are captured in the mid-sixties, showcasing a landscape of deep glacial valleys and heavy rail infrastructure. Trace old railroad corridors like the Pennsylvania RR or visit landmarks like Letchworth State Park and the Seneca Army Depot.
  34. 1971 Map of Sheldrake, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Sheldrake, 1974 Print
    1971 Sheldrake
    1974 Print · USGS
    Cayuga Lake's shoreline in the early 1970s reveals a landscape of historic college grounds and deep-cut gullies. Trace the Lehigh Valley rail line or locate family landmarks like Prospect Corners, Jump Corners, and Wells College.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1986 Map of Auburn
    1986 Map of Auburn
    1986 Auburn
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Finger Lakes region in the mid-eighties shows a landscape of deep glacial waters and significant military sites. Trace the layout of the Seneca Army Depot, find the campus of Wells College, and follow the historic Lehigh Valley RR lines.
    2 unique versions available
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