1940s Maps of Spokane, Washington

Explore 3 historic maps of Spokane from the 1940s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1940s — 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 Spokane's landscape evolved across the 1940s, 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 1940s, 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 Spokane's history through authentic maps from the 1940s. This is your window into the past.


Spokane, WA maps

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  1. 1943 Map of Medical Lake
    1943 Map of Medical Lake
    1943 Medical Lake
    1943 Print · USGS
    The prairie and lake country west of Spokane in the early 1940s reveals a landscape of rural schools, rail junctions, and major public institutions. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Gramps Landing, Spring Hill Grange, and the State Custodial School.

  2. 1944 Map of Clayton
    1944 Map of Clayton
    1944 Clayton
    1944 Print · USGS
    The rural landscape north of Spokane is captured here just before the mid-forties, showing the vital river junctions and rail-connected settlements. Genealogists and researchers can trace local school districts and landmarks like Clayton, Haines Ranch, and the Spokane Indian Reservation.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1949 Map of Deer Park, 1960 Print
    1949 Map of Deer Park, 1960 Print
    1949 Deer Park
    1960 Print · USGS
    Spokane County's northern prairies and river valleys are captured here in the late 1940s as rural agriculture met growing industrial hubs. Researchers can trace family roots at Wild Rose Ch, identify old grange halls, or locate the Aluminum Reduction Plant and Whitworth College.

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