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Old Maps of Ark, Virginia for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 11 historic maps of Ark. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

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Ark, VA maps

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  1. 1906 Map of Williamsburg
    1906 Map of Williamsburg
    1906 Williamsburg
    1906 Print · USGS
    Coastal Virginia at the turn of the century reveals a landscape of river steamboats and early rail lines near the York River. Researchers can trace historic church sites like Abingdon Church, colonial-era Powhatans House Ruins, and the infrastructure of Bigler Mill.
    6 unique versions available
  4. 1943 Map of Richmond, 1972 Print
    1943 Map of Richmond, 1972 Print
    1943 Richmond
    1972 Print · USGS
    Coastal Virginia and the state capital are shown in detail during the mid-century era of infrastructure expansion. Genealogists and historians can trace the grounds of Richmond Nat Battlefield Park, locate the Yorktown Nat Cem, or follow the many rural routes through Amelia Court House and Tappahannock.
  7. 1949 Map of Richmond, 1951 Print
    1949 Map of Richmond, 1951 Print
    1949 Richmond
    1951 Print · USGS
    Coastal Virginia in the years following World War II remained a landscape of historic river towns and expanding military bases. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail lines of the Southern Ry and locate established landmarks from Camp Lee to the remote reaches of Dragon Swamp.
  10. 1952 Map of Gloucester, 1957 Print
    1952 Map of Gloucester, 1957 Print
    1952 Gloucester
    1957 Print · USGS
    Coastal Virginia in the early fifties reveals a landscape of tidal creeks and family crossroads. Trace genealogy through historic landmarks like the Birthplace of Dr Walter Reed, Zion Poplar Church, and the Gloucester County Training School.
  13. 1953 Map of Gloucester
    1953 Map of Gloucester
    1953 Gloucester
    1953 Print · USGS
    Gloucester County during the early fifties reveals a landscape of Tidewater settlements and vast wetlands. Genealogists and local historians can trace the locations of the Gloucester County Training School, the Bellamy Memorial Cem, and the rural crossroads at Sassafras.
  16. 1959 Map of Richmond
    1959 Map of Richmond
    1959 Richmond
    1959 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Virginia is captured here at its most vital rail and river junctions, from the capital city to the Chesapeake Bay. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of colonial settlements like Williamsburg and military landmarks including Fort Monroe and Camp Lee.
  19. 1964 Map of Richmond
    1964 Map of Richmond
    1964 Richmond
    1964 Print · USGS
    Coastal and central Virginia are mapped during the mid-twentieth century, showing the critical intersection of rail, river, and military life. Genealogists can trace family roots through rural county seats like Amelia or find vanished coastal neighborhoods near Phoebus and Hilton Village.
  22. 1965 Map of Gloucester, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Gloucester, 1967 Print
    1965 Gloucester
    1967 Print · USGS
    The Virginia Middle Peninsula in the mid-1960s is shown here as a patchwork of traditional settlements and tidal swamps. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous local landmarks like Zion Poplars Ch, Botetourt Sch, and the community of Belroi.
    4 unique versions available
  25. 1973 Map of Richmond, 1974 Print
    1973 Map of Richmond, 1974 Print
    1973 Richmond
    1974 Print · USGS
    The Virginia Tidewater and Piedmont come alive in the early seventies, showcasing a region defined by its great rivers and massive military installations. Researchers can trace the mid-century growth of Richmond or locate family sites near Amelia Court House and Highland Springs.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1984 Map of Williamsburg, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Williamsburg, 1985 Print
    1984 Williamsburg
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Virginia Peninsula and Chesapeake Bay shores are shown in the mid-1980s, revealing a landscape defined by colonial heritage and massive military installations. Researchers can trace the grounds of the College of William and Mary, the Yorktown National Cemetery, and the historic Jamestown Island.
    3 unique versions available
  31. 2022 Map of Gloucester, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Gloucester, 2022 Print
    2022 Gloucester
    2022 Print · USGS
    Gloucester County at the start of the 2020s shows a landscape where historic rural hamlets meet modern civic expansion. Researchers can trace family roots through Old Bellamy Cemetery or explore the development around Edgehill and Sassafras.
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