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Old Maps of Erie, Pennsylvania for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Erie with 16 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 Erie has changed over the decades.

Erie, PA maps

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  1. 1899 Map of Erie, 1956 Print
    1899 Map of Erie, 1956 Print
    1899 Erie
    1956 Print · USGS
    The industrial and maritime hub of Erie thrived at the turn of the century, anchored by its protected bay and extensive rail networks. Genealogists can trace family footprints through the street grids of ERIE and outlying hamlets like Wesleyville, Swanville, and Middleboro.
  4. 1900 Map of Erie
    1900 Map of Erie
    1900 Erie
    1900 Print · USGS
    Lake Erie's shoreline and the growing industrial port of Erie are captured here at the end of the nineteenth century. Researchers can trace the early rail corridors and find local landmarks like West Library, Sterrettania, and the Presque Isle L.H..
    8 unique versions available
  7. 1950 Map of Erie, 1953 Print
    1950 Map of Erie, 1953 Print
    1950 Erie
    1953 Print · USGS
    The northern and southern shores of the Great Lakes meet in the mid-twentieth century, showcasing the vital shipping and rail corridors between Ontario and Pennsylvania. Trace the routes of the Michigan Central railroad or locate coastal landmarks like Presque Isle Light and the settlement of Iona Station.
  10. 1957 Map of Erie South, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Erie South, 1959 Print
    1957 Erie South
    1959 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Erie shows its southern expansion toward the hills of Summit Township just as suburban growth began to accelerate. Genealogists and local researchers can locate numerous parish schools, the sprawling Erie Cemetery, and rural landmarks like St Matthews Ch and Five Points.
    4 unique versions available
  13. 1957 Map of Swanville, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Swanville, 1959 Print
    1957 Swanville
    1959 Print · USGS
    The western suburbs of Erie and the Lake Erie shoreline are captured in the late fifties as residential growth moved toward the countryside. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Waldameer Park, Middleboro, and the historic Weis Library.
    5 unique versions available
  16. 1957 Map of Erie North, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Erie North, 1959 Print
    1957 Erie North
    1959 Print · USGS
    Erie and its surrounding lakefront communities thrive during the late fifties, defined by the industrial pulse of the lakefront and the protected waters of Presque Isle Bay. Researchers can trace the footprints of old schools and parishes like St James Sch and St Benedicts Academy or locate landmarks such as the State Soldiers and Sailors Home.
    4 unique versions available
  19. 1959 Map of Erie, 1974 Print
    1959 Map of Erie, 1974 Print
    1959 Erie
    1974 Print · USGS
    Coastal communities and busy international rail lines define the North Shore and Pennsylvania lakefront during the late fifties and early seventies. Researchers can trace historic docklands and depot sites in Erie, Port Burwell, and Simcoe alongside the extensive reaches of Long Point.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1965 Map of Erie
    1965 Map of Erie
    1965 Erie
    1965 Print · USGS
    Southern Ontario and the Pennsylvania shore are captured in the late fifties, showcasing a robust rail-and-water economy. Trace family roots and old harbor towns like Port Stanley or explore the Six Nations Indian Reserve.
  25. 1985 Map of Erie, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of Erie, 1986 Print
    1985 Erie
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Pennsylvania lakefront and the city of Erie are documented here in the mid-eighties, highlighting the region's transition from industrial hub to regional center. Genealogists and researchers can trace the neighborhoods of Wesleyville and Lake City or locate landmarks like Waldameer Park and the Conrail lines.
  28. 1988 Map of Erie, 1989 Print
    1988 Map of Erie, 1989 Print
    1988 Erie
    1989 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline in the late eighties reveals a landscape of industrial hubs and coastal recreation. Genealogists and local historians can trace the footprints of Millcreek, the protected waters of Misery Bay, and the historic Lighthouse at the edge of the lake.
  31. 1996 Map of Erie North
    1996 Map of Erie North
    1996 Erie North
    1996 Print · USGS
    The Pennsylvania lakefront at the end of the century shows a bustling maritime hub defined by the unique arc of Presque Isle. Genealogists and local historians can trace civic life through Lakeside Cemetery, Gannon University, and the many neighborhood parochial schools.
  34. 1996 Map of Erie South, 1997 Print
    1996 Map of Erie South, 1997 Print
    1996 Erie South
    1997 Print · USGS
    Greater Erie in the late nineties shows a city in transition, where established neighborhoods meet the expanding suburbs of Summit Township. Genealogists can trace family sites from Erie Cem and Wintergreen Gorge Cem to schools like McKinley Sch and Tech High Sch.
  37. 1998 Map of Swanville, 1999 Print
    1998 Map of Swanville, 1999 Print
    1998 Swanville
    1999 Print · USGS
    The Lake Erie shoreline and the expanding suburbs of Erie are captured here in the late nineties as modern infrastructure began to reshape the landscape. Genealogists and local historians can locate Trinity Cem, Villa Maria Academy, and the early layout of Swanville.
  40. 2023 Map of Swanville, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Swanville, 2023 Print
    2023 Swanville
    2023 Print · USGS
    Greater Erie and its southwestern suburbs meet the lakefront in this contemporary topographic survey. Genealogists and local historians can trace burial sites from Trinity Cem to the Ruhl Cem and locate landmarks like the Fairview Evergreen Airport.
  43. 2023 Map of Erie North, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Erie North, 2023 Print
    2023 Erie North
    2023 Print · USGS
    The Erie waterfront and the protective arc of Presque Isle are shown in modern detail during the early 2020s. Researchers can locate Lakeside Cem, the Pennsylvania Soldier's and Sailor's Home Cem, and the urban expansion of Wesleyville.
  46. 2023 Map of Erie South, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Erie South, 2023 Print
    2023 Erie South
    2023 Print · USGS
    The suburbs of Erie are documented here in 2023, tracing the city's growth toward the southern hills and creeks. Genealogists can locate several burial grounds, including Anshe Hesed Cem and Saint Matthews in the Woods Cem.
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