1890s Maps of Tennessee
Explore 51 historic maps of Tennessee from the 1890s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1890s — 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 Tennessee's landscape evolved across the 1890s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.
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Start exploring Tennessee's history through authentic maps from the 1890s. This is your window into the past.
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(51)- 1890 Map of Williamsburg
1890 Williamsburg1890 Print · USGSThe Kentucky and Tennessee borderlands come alive in the late nineteenth century as the coal industry and railroads expand. Genealogists can trace family roots in Williamsburgh or locate early industrial sites like Beaver Mines and Steels Mill.2 unique versions available - 1891 Map of Cumberland Gap
1891 Cumberland Gap1891 Print · USGSThe tri-state mountain corridor appears here in the late nineteenth century, showing the critical gateways through the Cumberland Mountains. Researchers can trace early river crossings like Mshenry Ford and historic settlements such as Barboursville and Pineville.7 unique versions available - 1891 Map of Kingston
1891 Kingston1891 Print · USGSEastern Tennessee in the 1890s reveals a river-driven economy at the edge of the Cumberland Plateau. Genealogists can trace early crossings and landings such as Mc Elwee's Ferry and Pinhook Landing, or locate vanished crossroads like Kemmers Old Stand.2 unique versions available - 1891 Map of Roan Mountain
1891 Roan Mountain1891 Print · USGSThe Tennessee-North Carolina border country comes alive in the 1890s, when narrow-gauge railroads and mountain ferries still moved the region's goods. Genealogists and historians can trace early crossings like Shipley's Ferry, industrial sites at Embreeville, and high-country settlements like Cloudland. - 1891 Map of Abingdon
1891 Abingdon1891 Print · USGSSouthwest Virginia in the 1890s reveals a landscape of mountain ridges and thriving valley settlements along the Norfolk and Western R. R. Lineages can be traced through sites like Emory and Henry College, Saltville, and numerous family-named landmarks like Vance's Mill. - 1891 Map of Jonesville
1891 Jonesville1891 Print · USGSThe tri-state borderlands of Virginia, Kentucky, and Tennessee are captured here in the late nineteenth century. Researchers can trace early river crossings and mountain settlements like Poteet Ford, Shafers P.O., and Mt Pleasant.9 unique versions available - 1892 Map of Pikeville
1892 Pikeville1892 Print · USGSThe Cumberland Plateau in the 1890s shows a rugged landscape of early river ferries and mountain gaps. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths between Sparta and Crossville, locating landmarks like Hodge Ferry and the Rock House tavern. - 1892 Map of Ringgold
1892 Ringgold1892 Print · USGSNorth Georgia and the Tennessee border are mapped here in the late nineteenth century as the region transitioned into a post-war rail and tourism hub. Researchers can trace the early National Park boundaries, industrial Coal Mines, and vanished stops like High Point or Lisbon Sta..9 unique versions available - 1892 Map of Cleveland
1892 Cleveland1892 Print · USGSSoutheast Tennessee is captured in the late nineteenth century as a landscape of river ferries and emerging rail junctions. Genealogists and historians can locate early settlements like Charleston and Riceville or trace the original river crossings at Kincannons Ferry and Helderbrand Ford. - 1892 Map of Greeneville
1892 Greeneville1892 Print · USGSEast Tennessee in the late nineteenth century was a landscape of river-crossing ferries and mountain gaps centered on Greeneville. Genealogists and historians can trace the early rail corridor of the East Tennessee Virginia and Georgia R. R. and locate family-named sites like Britton Ferry and Evans X Rds. - 1892 Map of Huntsville
1892 Huntsville1892 Print · USGSNorth Alabama was a landscape of river ferries and rising rail hubs in the 1890s, caught here just as the region's industry began to modernize. Researchers can locate vanished landmarks like the Monte Sano Hotel and trace old family-named sites from Thompsons Mill to Lemans Ferry.6 unique versions available - 1892 Map of Ellijay
1892 Ellijay1892 Print · USGSNorth Georgia's mountain communities were primarily connected by river valleys and the winding Marietta and North Georgia Railroad in the late nineteenth century. Genealogists can trace early homesteads and centers of trade like Vanzant's Store, Mineral Bluff, and Cherry Log. - 1892 Map of Scottsboro
1892 Scottsboro1892 Print · USGSJackson County and the Tennessee River valley are captured here in the late nineteenth century, just as railroads began to reshape local commerce. Genealogists can trace family-named sites like Owen's Cross Roads, Carrick Mill, and Larkin Landing.5 unique versions available - 1892 Map of Dalton
1892 Dalton1892 Print · USGSNorthwest Georgia in the late nineteenth century was defined by its river crossings and the emerging rail lines through Dalton. Researchers can trace the Federal Road and locate family landmarks like Newtown Ferry or Talking Rock Mills. - 1892 Map of Knoxville
1892 Knoxville1892 Print · USGSEastern Tennessee in the late nineteenth century shows a landscape of river-valley commerce transitioning into the Great Smokies. Genealogists can trace early homesteads near Sevierville or locate landmarks like Porter Academy and Boyd Ferry. - 1892 Map of Stevenson
1892 Stevenson1892 Print · USGSNortheast Alabama and the Tennessee border in the 1890s reveal a landscape of mountain coves and vital river crossings. Genealogists and historians can trace rail junctions at Stevenson, river landings like Coffey's Ferry, and landmarks like Nickajack Cave. - 1893 Map of Cranberry
1893 Cranberry1893 Print · USGSThe high country of the Blue Ridge and Appalachians is captured here during the late 1800s, showing the early settlements and crossroads of Watauga and Johnson counties. Genealogists can trace family landmarks and early industry at Rhea Forge, Shulls Mill, and the many hamlets like Vilas and Sutherland. - 1893 Map of Mc Minnville
1893 Mc Minnville1893 Print · USGSThe river-and-rail economy of Warren and DeKalb counties is captured here in the 1890s. Researchers can trace old ferry crossings like Pin Hook Ferry and local industry at Daly Mill or Magness Mills. - 1893 Map of Mt Guyot
1893 Mt Guyot1893 Print · USGSThe Tennessee and North Carolina borderlands are captured here in the 1890s, when isolated mountain coves and river towns relied on the Virginia and Georgia Railroad. Researchers can trace old family sites and transport routes through Fair Garden, Jones Cove, and along the Elliot Ferry Road.3 unique versions available - 1893 Map of Chattanooga
1893 Chattanooga1893 Print · USGSSoutheast Tennessee is shown here in the 1890s, when river ferries and coal mines defined the landscape around the booming hub of Chattanooga. Genealogists and researchers can trace family lands near Eldridge Landing, the Mc Nabb Mines, or old settlements like Ooltewah.9 unique versions available - 1893 Map of Morristown
1893 Morristown1893 Print · USGSEast Tennessee in the 1890s was a landscape of deep mountain ridges and vital rail junctions centered around Morristown. Researchers can trace the nineteenth-century river economy through numerous crossings like Cloud Ferry and find early industry at Lotspeachy Mill. - 1893 Map of Murphy
1893 Murphy1893 Print · USGSThe Unaka Mountains and Hiwassee River valley are captured here in the late 19th century, showing a landscape of remote mountain gaps and early industry. Researchers can find old mining sites like Isabella Mine, river crossings such as Prince Fy., and rail stops at Hiwassee Sta..5 unique versions available - 1893 Map of Briceville
1893 Briceville1893 Print · USGSThe northern Tennessee coalfields and valleys come to life in the 1890s, when mining and rail were transforming the ridges of the Cumberland. Local historians can trace the paths of the Knoxville and Ohio R. R. and early settlements like Jacksboro, Coal Creek, and Oliver Springs. - 1893 Map of Kingston, 1905 Print
1893 Kingston1905 Print · USGSEastern Tennessee at the end of the nineteenth century is a landscape of mountain gaps and vital river landings. Researchers can trace early river crossings like Jackson Ferry, the path of the Cincinnati Southern Railroad, and settlements like Rhea Springs and Kingston.5 unique versions available - 1894 Map of Williamsburg
1894 Williamsburg1894 Print · USGSThe Cumberland River valley and the Kentucky-Tennessee borderlands are captured here during the late nineteenth-century coal and rail expansion. Researchers can trace early industrial sites like Beaver Mines and Kensee Coal Mine or locate family roots in Whitley and Chitwood.5 unique versions available
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Top cities of Tennessee
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- Memphis historical maps
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Top counties of Tennessee
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- Knox County historical maps
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