Old Maps of Corning, New York for Genealogy

Trace your family roots with 14 historic maps of Corning. These high-res maps reveal old neighborhoods, homesites, landmarks, and streets — helping you uncover where your ancestors lived and how the area evolved over time.

  • Explore historic neighborhoods: Identify where your relatives may have lived in the 1800s or 1900s.
  • Compare maps over time: Trace the changes in streets, buildings, and landmarks for multi-generational research.
  • Perfect for genealogy & ancestry research: Used by family historians and researchers to map out lineage and migration.

These maps are an incredible resource for exploring your personal connection to Corning's past.


Corning, NY maps

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  1. 1914 Map of Corning
    1914 Map of Corning
    1914 Corning
    1914 Print · USGS
    Steuben County is a thriving rail and river hub during the early twentieth century, centered on the strategic confluence at Painted Post. Genealogists and local historians can locate dozens of neighborhood landmarks, including French's Mill, Lumber City School, and the remote Liberty Pole School.
    6 unique versions available

  2. 1944 Map of Corning
    1944 Map of Corning
    1944 Corning
    1944 Print · USGS
    Steuben County was a vital rail and river junction during the Second World War. Genealogists and historians can trace an incredible density of rural landmarks, from Frenchs Mill to the many country schoolhouses like Lumber City Sch and Liberty Pole Sch.

  3. 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

  4. 1953 Map of Corning, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Corning, 1955 Print
    1953 Corning
    1955 Print · USGS
    Corning and the Chemung River valley are captured in the early fifties at the height of their industrial and rail importance. Researchers can trace the layout of historic wards and school districts, locating sites like Painted Post, Gang Mills, and the County Courthouse.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 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

  6. 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

  7. 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.

  8. 1969 Map of Corning, 1971 Print
    1969 Map of Corning, 1971 Print
    1969 Corning
    1971 Print · USGS
    Corning and the Chemung River valley are shown here in the late sixties as the region’s industrial and transport networks remained at their peak. Genealogists and local historians can trace family plots at St Marys Cem or locate the old Erwin Valley Sch and Gang Mills settlement.
    3 unique versions available

  9. 1986 Map of Hornell
    1986 Map of Hornell
    1986 Hornell
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Southern Tier and Finger Lakes region thrive in the 1980s as rail and river corridors link Hornell to Corning. Trace local heritage through landmarks like Alfred University, the Veterans Adm Center, and the shores of Keuka Lake.
    2 unique versions available

  10. 2010 Map of Corning, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Corning, 2010 Print
    2010 Corning
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Corning, including Erwin, Gang Mills, and other nearby areas

  11. 2013 Map of Corning, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Corning, 2013 Print
    2013 Corning
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Corning, including Erwin, Gang Mills, and other nearby areas

  12. 2016 Map of Corning, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Corning, 2016 Print
    2016 Corning
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Corning, including Erwin, Gang Mills, and other nearby areas

  13. 2019 Map of Corning, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Corning, 2019 Print
    2019 Corning
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Corning, including Erwin, Gang Mills, and other nearby areas

  14. 2023 Map of Corning, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Corning, 2023 Print
    2023 Corning
    2023 Print · USGS
    The river valleys of Steuben County come together here as the modern city of Corning and its neighbors expand along the riverbanks. Researchers can trace family history through numerous local sites including Fairview Cem, Painted Post, and the West High Street Cem.

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