Old Maps of Cumberland County, Virginia

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Cumberland County, VA maps

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  1. 1891 Map of Palmyra
    1891 Map of Palmyra
    1891 Palmyra
    1891 Print · USGS
    Central Virginia during the late nineteenth century was a landscape of river-driven industry and railroad expansion along the James. Genealogists and historians can locate old processing sites like Arvonia Slate Quarry, remote outposts like Boyds Tavern, and the track of the Richmond and Alleghany Railroad.

  2. 1891 Map of Farmville
    1891 Map of Farmville
    1891 Farmville
    1891 Print · USGS
    South-central Virginia's rail and river networks come alive in the 1890s, centered on the bustling hub of Farmville. Genealogists can trace family roots through old courthouse seats like Cumberland C.H. and vanished stops like Jennings Ordinary or Rice Depot.

  3. 1893 Map of Farmville
    1893 Map of Farmville
    1893 Farmville
    1893 Print · USGS
    The Virginia Piedmont at the end of the nineteenth century centers on the rail junction at Farmville and the winding Appomattox River. Genealogists can trace family lands near Hampden Sidney, Guinea Mills, and the old tavern site at Joppings Ordinary.
    8 unique versions available

  4. 1895 Map of Palmyra
    1895 Map of Palmyra
    1895 Palmyra
    1895 Print · USGS
    The James and Rivanna River valleys of central Virginia are captured here in the 1890s, revealing a landscape of rail-connected river towns and rural mills. Researchers can trace the Richmond and Alleghany Railroad and locate landmarks like the Arvon Slate Quarry or Flanagan Mill.

  5. 1897 Map of Palmyra
    1897 Map of Palmyra
    1897 Palmyra
    1897 Print · USGS
    Central Virginia during the late 1880s is defined by its deep river valleys and the industrial reach of the James and Rivanna. Genealogists and historians can trace the growth of river towns like Scottsville or explore industrial roots at the Slate Quarry and Union Mills.
    7 unique versions available

  6. 1947 Map of Roanoke, 1948 Print
    1947 Map of Roanoke, 1948 Print
    1947 Roanoke
    1948 Print · USGS
    Central Virginia in the late 1940s reveals a region defined by its great mountain ridges and the powerful river-and-rail economy connecting Roanoke to Lynchburg. Researchers can trace the path of the Virginian RR and locate historic county seats like Charlotte Court House.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1950 Map of Dillwyn
    1950 Map of Dillwyn
    1950 Dillwyn
    1950 Print · USGS
    Buckingham County's mid-century landscape is defined here by the river-and-rail corridor of the James River and the industrial activity near Dillwyn. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Lower Bremo Mansion, Diana Mills P.O., and the Mourning Valley School.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1958 Map of Farmville, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Farmville, 1959 Print
    1958 Farmville
    1959 Print · USGS
    The town of Farmville and its surrounding river counties are captured here in the late fifties. Researchers can trace the layout of Longwood College, locate rural landmarks like High Bridge, and identify numerous country schools such as Moton Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1958 Map of Jetersville, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Jetersville, 1959 Print
    1958 Jetersville
    1959 Print · USGS
    Amelia and Cumberland counties in the late 1950s show a landscape of traditional mills and rail-side settlements along the Appomattox River. Genealogists can trace family connections at Clarke Cem or study community hubs like Paineveille Sch and Hobsons Chapel.
    2 unique versions available

  10. 1958 Map of Dillwyn, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Dillwyn, 1960 Print
    1958 Dillwyn
    1960 Print · USGS
    Buckingham and Fluvanna counties are captured in the late fifties along the industrial and historic James River corridor. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through numerous country sites like Diana Mills, Mourning Valley Ch Cem, and Woodson High Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1959 Map of Roanoke
    1959 Map of Roanoke
    1959 Roanoke
    1959 Print · USGS
    Central Virginia and the Blue Ridge appear in great detail during the late fifties, showcasing the transition from mountain industry to Piedmont farmland. Trace the path of the Norfolk and Western railroad or find old river towns like Appomattox and Amelia Court House.

  12. 1960 Map of Lakeside Village, 1962 Print
    1960 Map of Lakeside Village, 1962 Print
    1960 Lakeside Village
    1962 Print · USGS
    The James River and the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad shaped the Cumberland and Goochland borderlands during the early 1960s. Genealogists can trace family names and social centers through landmarks like Flippen Millpond, Little Fork Ch, and Muddy Creek Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  13. 1963 Map of Roanoke
    1963 Map of Roanoke
    1963 Roanoke
    1963 Print · USGS
    Central Virginia and the Blue Ridge front appear here in the early sixties, caught between their deep railroad roots and new postwar developments. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail lines of the Norfolk and Western through towns like Bedford and Altavista, or locate family landmarks near Smith Mountain Lake.

  14. 1968 Map of Ballsville, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Ballsville, 1971 Print
    1968 Ballsville
    1971 Print · USGS
    Amelia and Powhatan counties appear in the late sixties as a landscape of rural crossroads and river-bound farmsteads. Researchers can trace family-named landmarks and community centers such as Clementown Mills, Flower Hill Ch, and the settlement of Tobaccoville.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1968 Map of Farmville, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Farmville, 1971 Print
    1968 Farmville
    1971 Print · USGS
    Farmville and the surrounding Piedmont countryside are captured here during the late sixties, showing a town defined by education and the railroad. Researchers can trace the grounds of Longwood College, locate the old Raines Tavern, or find family names at Westview Cemetery and Sharon Ch.
    4 unique versions available

  16. 1968 Map of Deatonville, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Deatonville, 1971 Print
    1968 Deatonville
    1971 Print · USGS
    Amelia and Prince Edward counties are captured here in the late sixties, showing a landscape defined by the Appomattox River. You can trace the grounds of Saylers Creek Battlefield State Park and locate historic community centers like Deatonville and Gravel Hill Ch.
    2 unique versions available

  17. 1968 Map of Arvonia, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Arvonia, 1971 Print
    1968 Arvonia
    1971 Print · USGS
    The James River corridor in the late sixties reveals a landscape of historic estates and industrial pockets at the crossing of Buckingham and Fluvanna counties. Researchers can trace family roots through Seven Islands Chapel, the Bettie Cem, and the old Quarry works at Arvonia.
    2 unique versions available

  18. 1968 Map of Hillcrest, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Hillcrest, 1971 Print
    1968 Hillcrest
    1971 Print · USGS
    Cumberland County at the close of the 1960s shows a landscape of state-managed timber and historic crossroads settlements. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous country churches like Tear Wallet Ch and local hubs like Browns Store and Guinea Mills.
    4 unique versions available

  19. 1968 Map of Gold Hill, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Gold Hill, 1971 Print
    1968 Gold Hill
    1971 Print · USGS
    Buckingham and Cumberland counties appear here in the late sixties as the forest reclaimed much of the Piedmont landscape. Genealogists can trace old family sites and rural congregations like New Hope Ch, Trents Mill, and the riverside community of Nuckols.
    4 unique versions available

  20. 1968 Map of Willis Mountain, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Willis Mountain, 1971 Print
    1968 Willis Mountain
    1971 Print · USGS
    Buckingham County's rural landscape is centered on the prominent ridge of Willis Mountain in the late sixties. Researchers can trace historic church sites like Mt Nebo Ch and Smyrna Ch or locate the old crossing at Dobsons Bridge.
    4 unique versions available

  21. 1968 Map of Rice, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Rice, 1971 Print
    1968 Rice
    1971 Print · USGS
    Prince Edward and Cumberland counties are shown here in the late sixties, a landscape shaped by the Appomattox River and the railroad. Genealogists can trace rural communities through local landmarks like Raines Tavern, Old Green Creek Ch, and the iconic High Bridge.
    4 unique versions available

  22. 1969 Map of Whiteville, 1971 Print
    1969 Map of Whiteville, 1971 Print
    1969 Whiteville
    1971 Print · USGS
    Cumberland County's landscape in the late sixties is defined by its deep forests and winding rivers. Family historians can trace small settlements and rural churches like Thomas Chapel, Oak Forest, and the Drive-in Theater at Grays Siding.
    2 unique versions available

  23. 1969 Map of Lakeside Village, 1971 Print
    1969 Map of Lakeside Village, 1971 Print
    1969 Lakeside Village
    1971 Print · USGS
    Cumberland County at the end of the 1960s is captured here, showing a landscape defined by the Cumberland State Forest and the James River. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Duncans Store, Trenton Mills, and numerous country churches including Oakwood Ch.
    2 unique versions available

  24. 1969 Map of Trenholm, 1971 Print
    1969 Map of Trenholm, 1971 Print
    1969 Trenholm
    1971 Print · USGS
    Powhatan and Cumberland counties in the late sixties remain a landscape of quiet crossroads and traditional community centers. Genealogists and local historians can locate old family landmarks like Providence Cem and historic meeting houses such as Mt Pero Ch and Muddy Creek Ch.
    3 unique versions available

  25. 1969 Map of Cartersville, 1971 Print
    1969 Map of Cartersville, 1971 Print
    1969 Cartersville
    1971 Print · USGS
    The James River corridor near the Goochland and Cumberland border shows its mid-century rural character as the railway still traces the riverbank. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Cartersville Cem and historic congregations at St James Ch or Elk Hill Ch.
    3 unique versions available

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