1900s (20th Century) Maps of Avoca, Pennsylvania

Explore 12 historic maps of Avoca from the 1900s (20th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1900s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Avoca's landscape evolved across the 1900s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1900s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
  • View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring Avoca's history through authentic maps from the 1900s. This is your window into the past.


Avoca, PA maps

(12)
  1. 1943 Map of Scranton
    1943 Map of Scranton
    1943 Scranton
    1943 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Pennsylvania’s coal and rail corridor comes to life in the 1940s, showcasing the dense urban industrial centers of the Wyoming Valley. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like the Fayette School and Locust Ridge School or trace the early paths of the DL & W and Erie railroads.

  2. 1946 Map of Avoca, 1959 Print
    1946 Map of Avoca, 1959 Print
    1946 Avoca
    1959 Print · USGS
    The coal-rich Lackawanna Valley is shown here just after the war, as heavy industry and new aviation infrastructure transformed the landscape. Researchers can trace the extensive rail networks and local landmarks like the Consolidated Breaker, Belian Village, and Sacred Heart Cem.
    5 unique versions available

  3. 1949 Map of Avoca
    1949 Map of Avoca
    1949 Avoca
    1949 Print · USGS
    Post-war Luzerne and Lackawanna counties reveal a landscape of anthracite heritage and rising aviation. Trace family roots at Old Forge Cem, locate the Consolidated Breaker, or explore the rail networks around Hillside Junction.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1950 Map of Scranton, 1952 Print
    1950 Map of Scranton, 1952 Print
    1950 Scranton
    1952 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Northeast Pennsylvania and the Hudson Valley come alive in this survey of the tri-state region. Genealogists and historians can trace the dense rail networks of the Erie RR and DL&W RR between industrial hubs like Scranton and Wilkes-Barre.

  5. 1953 Map of Scranton
    1953 Map of Scranton
    1953 Scranton
    1953 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Pennsylvania and the Catskills are shown in great detail during the early fifties, a time when rail lines and river valleys dictated the region's growth. Genealogists and historians can trace the industrial hearts of Scranton and Wilkes-Barre or locate remote landmarks like High Point and Lake Wallenpaupack.

  6. 1959 Map of Scranton
    1959 Map of Scranton
    1959 Scranton
    1959 Print · USGS
    The northern coalfields and the Hudson Valley meet in this mid-century survey of the Pennsylvania and New York borderlands. Genealogists and historians can trace the intricate rail networks of the Erie Railroad and the vast waters of Lake Wallenpaupack.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1962 Map of Scranton, 1977 Print
    1962 Map of Scranton, 1977 Print
    1962 Scranton
    1977 Print · USGS
    The industrial heart of eastern Pennsylvania and the New York Catskills are captured here in the early sixties. Genealogists and historians can trace the dense valley settlements from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre and the rail lines of the Erie Lackawanna Railroad.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1965 Map of Scranton
    1965 Map of Scranton
    1965 Scranton
    1965 Print · USGS
    The tri-state highlands of Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey come alive in the mid-sixties as industry and recreation converge. Trace the intricate rail lines of the Erie Lackawanna RR or locate landmarks like the U S Military Academy.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1976 Map of Avoca, 1979 Print
    1976 Map of Avoca, 1979 Print
    1976 Avoca
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Lackawanna River valley in the mid-1970s shows a landscape of dense river towns and upland clearings. Researchers can trace the residential grids of Old Forge and Avoca or the winding course of Spring Brook.

  10. 1986 Map of Scranton
    1986 Map of Scranton
    1986 Scranton
    1986 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Pennsylvania in the mid-eighties shows an era of transition between its deep-rooted mining history and modern transit growth. Researchers can trace the industrial footprint of a Strip Mine, locate the Tobyhanna Army Depot, or find family sites near St Marys Cem and Wilkes College.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1994 Map of Avoca, 1995 Print
    1994 Map of Avoca, 1995 Print
    1994 Avoca
    1995 Print · USGS
    The Lackawanna Valley at the end of the twentieth century shows a dense network of coal-country boroughs and major transportation hubs. Genealogists and historians can trace family plots in the Polish National Cem or locate neighborhoods in Old Forge and Avoca.

  12. 1999 Map of Avoca, 2002 Print
    1999 Map of Avoca, 2002 Print
    1999 Avoca
    2002 Print · USGS
    The Lackawanna River valley near the turn of the millennium shows a landscape defined by heavy transit and industrial roots. Trace the footprints of Belin Village and Spike Island alongside the Wilkes-Barre Scranton Intl Airport.

End of results
Showing maps 1-12 of 12

Top cities near Avoca

See more

Frequently asked questions

  • What are the different types of historical maps available for Avoca?
  • What is the oldest map of Avoca?
  • Where can I purchase historical maps of Avoca for my home or office?
  • Where can I download high-res historical maps of Avoca?
  • Are there historical topographic maps available for Avoca?
  • Is there historical aerial imagery available for Avoca?
  • Where are historical maps of Avoca sourced from?