Old Maps of Brevard, North Carolina for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Brevard with 24 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.

  • Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
  • Ideal for environmental or urban studies: Support academic projects with primary historical map data.
  • Use in the classroom or lab: Educators and researchers rely on these maps to bring historical context to life.

These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Brevard has changed over the decades.


Brevard, NC maps

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  1. 1905 Map of Pisgah, 1956 Print
    1905 Map of Pisgah, 1956 Print
    1905 Pisgah
    1956 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina high country around the turn of the century reveals a land of timber tracts and emerging mountain retreats. Genealogists and hikers can trace early routes to Buck Spring Lodge, follow the Southern RR tracks, and locate vanished settlements like Angeline and Calhoun.

  2. 1906 Map of Pisgah, 1934 Print
    1906 Map of Pisgah, 1934 Print
    1906 Pisgah
    1934 Print · USGS
    The Blue Ridge highlands at the turn of the century reveal a landscape of mountain river valleys and early timber frontiers. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named bridges and crossings like Graham Bridge or locate vanished settlements such as Grange and Retreat.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1935 Map of Brevard
    1935 Map of Brevard
    1935 Brevard
    1935 Print · USGS
    Brevard and the French Broad River valley are shown here in the mid-1930s as the region balanced traditional mountain farming with new hydroelectric and recreational development. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Breeses Mill, Gillespie Cem, and rural schools including Holden Sch.

  4. 1935 Map of Rosman
    1935 Map of Rosman
    1935 Rosman
    1935 Print · USGS
    Transylvania County in the mid-1930s is a rugged landscape where the forks of the French Broad River meet amidst a flurry of New Deal activity. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Whitmire Cem, Shoal Creek Sch, and the State Prison Camp near Calvert.

  5. 1935 Map of Pisgah Forest
    1935 Map of Pisgah Forest
    1935 Pisgah Forest
    1935 Print · USGS
    The headwaters of the French Broad River valley are shown in the mid-1930s as the national forest system expanded. Trace old family landmarks like Davidson River Cem and community hubs including Turkey Creek Ch and Penrose Sch.

  6. 1945 Map of Brevard, 1956 Print
    1945 Map of Brevard, 1956 Print
    1945 Brevard
    1956 Print · USGS
    Brevard and the French Broad River valley are shown in the mid-1940s as a hub of mountain industry and education. Genealogists and historians can trace family plots at Gillespie Cem, visit the campus of Brevard College, or locate old landmarks like Breese Mill.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1945 Map of Rosman, 1957 Print
    1945 Map of Rosman, 1957 Print
    1945 Rosman
    1957 Print · USGS
    Transylvania County's river valleys and mountain gaps are captured here in the mid-1940s as the regional timber and rail economy thrived. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Whitmire Cem, Zion Ch, and the State Prison Camp near Rosman.
    6 unique versions available

  8. 1945 Map of Pisgah Forest, 1957 Print
    1945 Map of Pisgah Forest, 1957 Print
    1945 Pisgah Forest
    1957 Print · USGS
    Transylvania and Henderson counties are captured here at the end of the war, where mountain industry and wilderness meet. Researchers can trace the legacy of Ecusta, find family burial sites at Davidson River Cem, and locate rural landmarks like English Chapel.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1946 Map of Rosman, 1947 Print
    1946 Map of Rosman, 1947 Print
    1946 Rosman
    1947 Print · USGS
    Transylvania County's mountain landscape comes to life in the mid-1940s as the railroad and river define the local economy. Researchers can locate family landmarks like the Whitmire Cem, rural pulpits such as Mt Moriah Ch, and the State Prison Camp near Rosman.

  10. 1946 Map of Pisgah Forest, 1947 Print
    1946 Map of Pisgah Forest, 1947 Print
    1946 Pisgah Forest
    1947 Print · USGS
    Transylvania County's timber and rail economy is on full display in the mid-1940s as the Southern Railway winds through the mountains. Genealogists and historians can trace community roots through English Chapel, Davidson River Cemetery, and the old Glade Creek School.

  11. 1946 Map of Brevard, 1947 Print
    1946 Map of Brevard, 1947 Print
    1946 Brevard
    1947 Print · USGS
    Brevard and the high mountain gaps of the Blue Ridge are captured here in the mid-1940s as a landscape of rural schools, summer camps, and river valleys. Genealogists can locate family-named cemeteries like Gillespie Cem and Glazener Cem or trace the early campus of Brevard College.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 1955 Map of Knoxville
    1955 Map of Knoxville
    1955 Knoxville
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Southern Appalachians and the Smoky Mountains are shown here at a peak of mid-century development and conservation. Genealogists and historians can trace the early road networks connecting Gatlinburg, Waynesville, and the Cherokee Indian Reservation across the high ridges.

  13. 1957 Map of Knoxville, 1966 Print
    1957 Map of Knoxville, 1966 Print
    1957 Knoxville
    1966 Print · USGS
    The Southern Appalachians of Tennessee and North Carolina are mapped here during the mid-twentieth century as new highways reached the high country. Genealogists and historians can trace the topography between Knoxville and Asheville, locating family landmarks near Fontana Lake or along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
    4 unique versions available

  14. 1960 Map of Knoxville
    1960 Map of Knoxville
    1960 Knoxville
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Southern Appalachians come alive in the 1950s, showing the intersection of new national park tourism and deep-rooted mountain industry. Trace old rail lines like the Clinchfield RR and find high-altitude landmarks from Mt Le Conte to the Cherokee Indian Reservation.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1964 Map of Knoxville
    1964 Map of Knoxville
    1964 Knoxville
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Southern Appalachians and Great Smokies are captured here during the mid-sixties, showing the rugged borderlands of Tennessee and North Carolina. Researchers can trace historic mountain routes like U S 441, the expanse of Pisgah National Forest, and the growing footprints of Asheville and Knoxville.

  16. 1965 Map of Brevard, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Brevard, 1967 Print
    1965 Brevard
    1967 Print · USGS
    Brevard and the high country of the Blue Ridge appear here during the mid-sixties as the area's identity shifted toward education and mountain recreation. Researchers can trace local heritage through the Rosenwald School, Little River Chapel, and numerous family-named landmarks like McGaha Cem.
    5 unique versions available

  17. 1965 Map of Pisgah Forest, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Pisgah Forest, 1967 Print
    1965 Pisgah Forest
    1967 Print · USGS
    Transylvania and Henderson counties are captured here in the mid-sixties, where the industrial valley floor meets the mountain ridges. Researchers can trace family sites like Turkey Creek Cemetery and Osborne Cemetery or follow the Southern Railway through Pisgah Forest and Blantyre.
    4 unique versions available

  18. 1986 Map of Hendersonville
    1986 Map of Hendersonville
    1986 Hendersonville
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Blue Ridge foothills of North and South Carolina are documented here in the mid-eighties as modern highways began to reshape mountain travel. Local historians can trace the paths of the Southern Railway through Hendersonville or locate landmarks like Looking Glass Rock and Inman Mills.
    2 unique versions available

  19. 1997 Map of Rosman, 2001 Print
    1997 Map of Rosman, 2001 Print
    1997 Rosman
    2001 Print · USGS
    The French Broad River valley near the turn of the millennium remains a landscape of mountain ridges and secluded camps. Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy sites like Shady Grove Cem, Zion Ch, and the old NASA Tracking Station.

  20. 1997 Map of Brevard, 2001 Print
    1997 Map of Brevard, 2001 Print
    1997 Brevard
    2001 Print · USGS
    Brevard and the surrounding Transylvania County highlands are shown here at the turn of the millennium as the area balanced forest preservation with residential growth. Researchers can trace historic family names and community centers through labels like Glazener Cem, Rosenwald School, and Little River Chapel.

  21. 1997 Map of Pisgah Forest, 2001 Print
    1997 Map of Pisgah Forest, 2001 Print
    1997 Pisgah Forest
    2001 Print · USGS
    The Brevard area and the headwaters of the French Broad River are captured here in the late twentieth century. Genealogists can trace family names at the McCall Cem and Davidson River Cem or locate centers like Cherry Village and the Penrose Sch.

  22. 2022 Map of Rosman, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Rosman, 2022 Print
    2022 Rosman
    2022 Print · USGS
    Transylvania County in the early twenty-first century reveals a landscape of high mountain gaps and river valley settlements. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations through sites like the Shoal Creek Baptist Church Graveyard and Gillespie Cem, or follow the industrial and social hubs at Rosman and Selica.

  23. 2022 Map of Pisgah Forest, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Pisgah Forest, 2022 Print
    2022 Pisgah Forest
    2022 Print · USGS
    The high ridges of Transylvania County meet the headwaters of the French Broad River in the early 2020s. Researchers can locate numerous historical burial sites like English Chapel Cem and Turkey Creek Cem while tracing the trails of Pisgah National Forest.

  24. 2022 Map of Brevard, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Brevard, 2022 Print
    2022 Brevard
    2022 Print · USGS
    Brevard and the high ridges of Transylvania County are detailed in this 2022 survey as the city expands toward the Pisgah National Forest. Genealogists and researchers can trace family landmarks and cemeteries such as Evergreen Cem, Shady Grove Cem, and Wilson Cem.

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