Historical Maps of Philadelphia
Philadelphia maps (38)
- 1893 Map of Philadelphia, PA1893 PhiladelphiaOriginally titled "Germantown 1893"Published 1893
- 1894 Map of Philadelphia, PA, 1961 Print1894 PhiladelphiaOriginally titled "Germantown 1894"Published 1961
- 1896 Map of Philadelphia, PA1896 PhiladelphiaOriginally titled "Germantown 1896"Published 1896
- 1899 Map of Philadelphia, PA1899 PhiladelphiaOriginally titled "Germantown 1899"Published 1899
- 1899 Map of Philadelphia, PA, 1902 Print1899 PhiladelphiaOriginally titled "Germantown 1899"Published 1902
- 1899 Map of Philadelphia, PA, 1906 Print1899 PhiladelphiaOriginally titled "Germantown 1899"Published 1906
- 1899 Map of Philadelphia, PA, 1908 Print1899 PhiladelphiaOriginally titled "Germantown 1899"Published 1908
- 1899 Map of Philadelphia, PA, 1912 Print1899 PhiladelphiaOriginally titled "Germantown 1899"Published 1912
- 1899 Map of Philadelphia, PA, 1924 Print1899 PhiladelphiaOriginally titled "Germantown 1899"Published 1924
- 1899 Map of Philadelphia, PA, 1930 Print1899 PhiladelphiaOriginally titled "Germantown 1899"Published 1930
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Frequently asked questions about Philadelphia historical maps
Can I purchase a physical print of a historical map of Philadelphia?
Yes! Every map in our collection can be purchased as a museum-quality print that we meticulously lay out by hand to ensure the highest quality final product. We offer a variety of sizes and prints can be either framed or unframed. Explore purchase options by clicking the "Buy Print" button on any map page.
Why are historical maps of Philadelphia important for research and professional purposes?
Historical maps of Philadelphia offer a unique perspective on an area's past, making them invaluable for environmental consultants, surveyors, legal professionals, geneologists, historians, and hobbyists alike. They are used in environmental site assessments, lot line research, and land dispute resolution.
What types of historical maps are available for Philadelphia?
Our diverse collection includes detailed topographic maps from the United States Geological Survey's Historical Topographic Map Collection as well as from a variety of public and private collections we've sourced, each providing a unique glimpse into Philadelphia's past. We'll soon begin to offer historical aerial images as well.
What advanced features do you offer for professional use?
We offer advanced features including 3D terrain visualization, georeferencing, customizeable base maps, multi-layering capabilities, and annotation tools. These features allow for in-depth analysis, customization, and report building utilizing our historical map collection.
How can I find a specific historical map of Philadelphia?
Our platform has over 185,000 fully digitized and interactive maps, and 38 maps available specifically for Philadelphia. You can easily filter and search by address, place, date, scale, or landmark to find the specific map they need, or browse our collection by city, county, and state.
How can I contribute a historical map of Philadelphia that's not in your collection?
We welcome contributions! If you have a map that isn't in our collection, reach out to us at hello@pastmaps.com. We can assist with digitizing individual maps or entire collections.
What is the oldest map of Philadelphia in your collection?
The oldest map of Philadelphia in our collection is from 1893.
How can I download a map of Philadelphia?
Every map in our collection can be freely downloaded as a high-resolution GeoTIFF or GeoPDF file. You can use this file with mapping software or print it out for personal use.