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Old Maps of Lorain, Ohio for Metal Detecting

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Lorain, OH maps

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  1. 1901 Map of Oberlin, 1952 Print
    1901 Map of Oberlin, 1952 Print
    1901 Oberlin
    1952 Print · USGS
    Lorain County at the turn of the century shows a bustling corridor of electric interurbans and industrial sandstone quarries. Researchers can trace early railroad junctions at Elyria and Grafton, or locate lakeside settlements like Beach Park and Lake Breeze.
    3 unique versions available
  4. 1903 Map of Vermilion, 1932 Print
    1903 Map of Vermilion, 1932 Print
    1903 Vermilion
    1932 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline in the early twentieth century served as a vital transit hub where rail lines and electric cars converged on the coast. Genealogists and local historians can trace the early layouts of Vermilion, Wakeman, and Birmingham, or locate the specific placement of the Quarry and numerous creek-side homesteads.
    2 unique versions available
  7. 1903 Map of Oberlin, 1943 Print
    1903 Map of Oberlin, 1943 Print
    1903 Oberlin
    1943 Print · USGS
    Lorain County at the turn of the century is a hub of industrial growth and rail transit between the Lake Erie shore and the interior. Trace the complex web of electric lines and steam railroads connecting Lorain, Elyria, and Oberlin, or locate old stone Quarry sites near North Amherst and Grafton.
  10. 1953 Map of Avon, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Avon, 1955 Print
    1953 Avon
    1955 Print · USGS
    Coastal Lorain County in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape of growing lakefront towns and historic ridgeline roads. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Avon Lake, the rural reaches of Shawville, and parish sites like St Teresa Ch.
  13. 1956 Map of Toledo, 1968 Print
    1956 Map of Toledo, 1968 Print
    1956 Toledo
    1968 Print · USGS
    Northwest Ohio and the Lake Erie shoreline are shown in detail during the late fifties, showcasing a landscape of heavy industry, railroads, and island communities. Genealogists and historians can trace rail networks like the Chesapeake & Ohio RR or locate landmarks such as the Erie Proving Ground and Kelleys Island.
    4 unique versions available
  16. 1959 Map of Vermilion East, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Vermilion East, 1960 Print
    1959 Vermilion East
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline and the Vermilion River valley are captured here in the late fifties, showing the area's transition into a modern transit corridor. Genealogists and local historians can locate early landmarks like Brownhelm Cem and the Brownhelm (Station) along the New York Central tracks.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1960 Map of Lorain, 1961 Print
    1960 Map of Lorain, 1961 Print
    1960 Lorain
    1961 Print · USGS
    Lorain and its surrounding industrial suburbs thrived along the Lake Erie shore during the early sixties. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of local neighborhoods through dozens of listed schools and churches like St Marys Sch or find family landmarks at Elmwood Cemetery and Penfield Junction.
  22. 1961 Map of Toledo
    1961 Map of Toledo
    1961 Toledo
    1961 Print · USGS
    The western basin of Lake Erie and the industrial heart of Northern Ohio are captured here during the post-war era. Researchers can trace historical rail lines like the New York Central or locate landmarks like the Erie Ordnance Depot and Pelee Island.
  25. 1963 Map of Avon, 1964 Print
    1963 Map of Avon, 1964 Print
    1963 Avon
    1964 Print · USGS
    Coastal Lorain County is captured here during a decade of rapid suburban growth between the lakefront and the industrial centers. Researchers can trace the development of Sheffield Lake and Avon Lake, or locate family landmarks like St Teresa Cem and Weiss Field.
    3 unique versions available
  28. 1969 Map of Vermilion East, 1971 Print
    1969 Map of Vermilion East, 1971 Print
    1969 Vermilion East
    1971 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline at Vermilion is captured here during a period of suburban expansion and industrial growth. Researchers can trace the heritage of the Connecticut Western Reserve through local landmarks like Brownhelm Station, St Marys Sch, and the Rugby Cem.
    3 unique versions available
  31. 1969 Map of Lorain, 1972 Print
    1969 Map of Lorain, 1972 Print
    1969 Lorain
    1972 Print · USGS
    The industrial waterfront of Lorain and Amherst is captured here during the height of the mid-century manufacturing era. Genealogists and historians can trace neighborhood growth through dozens of sites like Elmwood Cemetery, the Turning Basin, and Penfield Junction.
    3 unique versions available
  34. 1986 Map of Lorain
    1986 Map of Lorain
    1986 Lorain
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline and North Central Ohio interior are shown in detail during the mid-eighties, from the industrial docks of Lorain to the peninsulas of Sandusky. Researchers can trace historic transport routes like the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad or locate significant landmarks like Oberlin College and Cedar Point.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1994 Map of Avon, 2000 Print
    1994 Map of Avon, 2000 Print
    1994 Avon
    2000 Print · USGS
    Coastal Lorain County at the close of the twentieth century shows a landscape defined by Great Lakes industry and rapid suburban growth. Trace family roots and local history at St Teresa Cem or the numerous local schools like St Marys Sch and Brookside High Sch.
  40. 2010 Map of Avon, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Avon, 2010 Print
    2010 Avon
    2010 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline and the sprawling suburbs of Lorain County are captured here during a period of significant modern growth. Researchers can trace local heritage through numerous burial grounds like Garfield Cemetery and Day Cemetery, or locate aviation landmarks such as Keller Airport.
  43. 2010 Map of Lorain, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Lorain, 2010 Print
    2010 Lorain
    2010 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline at Lorain and Amherst was a bustling maritime and industrial corridor at the start of the 21st century. Researchers can trace numerous local burial sites like Crownhill Cemetery or locate landmarks such as the Charles Berry Bascule Bridge.
  46. 2010 Map of Vermilion East, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Vermilion East, 2010 Print
    2010 Vermilion East
    2010 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline and Vermilion River valley are captured here in the early twenty-first century as suburban growth meets Ohio's lakefront history. Researchers can locate family landmarks like the Claus Family Cemetery and trace the development of Vermilion-on-the-Lake and Brownhelm Station.
  49. 2013 Map of Avon, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Avon, 2013 Print
    2013 Avon
    2013 Print · USGS
    The Lorain County lakefront and its inland suburbs are captured here during a period of significant modern growth. Genealogists and local historians can trace family sites across Saint Teresa Cem, Avon Cem, and the areas surrounding Avon Center or Vincent.
  52. 2013 Map of Lorain, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Lorain, 2013 Print
    2013 Lorain
    2013 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie coast and the industrial Black River corridor define the landscape of the Lorain area in the early twenty-first century. Genealogists and local historians can trace specific properties and landmarks from Elmwood Cem and Saint Josephs Cem to the Lorain Lighthouse.
  55. 2013 Map of Vermilion East, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Vermilion East, 2013 Print
    2013 Vermilion East
    2013 Print · USGS
    The Ohio lakefront in the early 2010s shows a mix of maritime heritage and suburban growth between Vermilion and Lorain. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like the Claus Family Cem and the small hamlet of Brownhelm Station.
  58. 2016 Map of Lorain, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Lorain, 2016 Print
    2016 Lorain
    2016 Print · USGS
    Lorain and the Lake Erie shoreline are shown in 2016 as the region balances its industrial riverfront legacy with modern residential growth. Trace local heritage at Elmwood Cemetery or follow the banks of the Black River past the Charles Berry Bascule Bridge.
  61. 2016 Map of Avon, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Avon, 2016 Print
    2016 Avon
    2016 Print · USGS
    Coastal Lorain County in the mid-2010s shows a landscape of growing suburban centers and historic river valleys. Researchers can trace local heritage through sites like Saint Marys Catholic Cem, the Garfield Bridge, and the Black River corridor.
  64. 2016 Map of Vermilion East, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Vermilion East, 2016 Print
    2016 Vermilion East
    2016 Print · USGS
    Coastal life and rural Ohio history meet along the shoreline where the Vermilion River meets Lake Erie. Genealogists and local historians can trace the legacy of early settlers at Brownhelm Cem and follow old rail routes through Brownhelm Station.
  67. 2019 Map of Avon, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Avon, 2019 Print
    2019 Avon
    2019 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline and the sprawling suburbs of Lorain County are captured here in the late 2010s. Researchers can trace local heritage through numerous burial sites like Avon Cem and Garfield Cem, or follow the winding Black River.
  70. 2019 Map of Lorain, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Lorain, 2019 Print
    2019 Lorain
    2019 Print · USGS
    The industrial shoreline of Lake Erie and the winding Black River are captured here in the late 2010s. Genealogists and local historians can trace burial sites like Saint Joseph Catholic Cem and landmarks such as the Charles Berry Bascule Bridge.
  73. 2019 Map of Vermilion East, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Vermilion East, 2019 Print
    2019 Vermilion East
    2019 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline in Lorain County is captured here in the late 2010s as it stretches between the port of Vermilion and the outskirts of Lorain. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through sites like Kendeigh Corner, Rugby Cem, and the historic Brownhelm township area.
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