Old Maps of Bristol, Wisconsin for Genealogy

Trace your family roots with 41 historic maps of Bristol. These high-res maps reveal old neighborhoods, homesites, landmarks, and streets — helping you uncover where your ancestors lived and how the area evolved over time.

  • Explore historic neighborhoods: Identify where your relatives may have lived in the 1800s or 1900s.
  • Compare maps over time: Trace the changes in streets, buildings, and landmarks for multi-generational research.
  • Perfect for genealogy & ancestry research: Used by family historians and researchers to map out lineage and migration.

These maps are an incredible resource for exploring your personal connection to Bristol's past.


Bristol, WI maps

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  1. 1892 Map of Racine
    1892 Map of Racine
    1892 Racine
    1892 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Wisconsin's lakeshore was a hub of rail and river industry at the close of the nineteenth century. Genealogists and historians can trace the early street grids of Racine and Kenosha or locate vanished rail stops at Western Union Junction and Windsor.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1893 Map of Silver Lake
    1893 Map of Silver Lake
    1893 Silver Lake
    1893 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Wisconsin at the end of the nineteenth century is a land of emerging rail hubs and numerous glacial lakes. You can trace the path of the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad through Union Grove or explore the water-rich landscape around Silver Lake and Camp Lake.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1905 Map of Racine
    1905 Map of Racine
    1905 Racine
    1905 Print · USGS
    Coastal Wisconsin at the turn of the century is defined by its industrial lakefront and a dense web of competing rail lines. Researchers can trace the early city footprints of Racine and Kenosha alongside rail junctions like Corliss and Ranney.
    3 unique versions available

  4. 1906 Map of Silver Lake
    1906 Map of Silver Lake
    1906 Silver Lake
    1906 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Wisconsin at the turn of the century shows a landscape of glacial lakes and critical rail junctions during its peak dairy era. Genealogists and historians can trace the early layouts of Union Grove, Salem, and Wilmot alongside the routes of the Wisconsin Central Railroad.
    3 unique versions available

  5. 1906 Map of Waukegan, 1959 Print
    1906 Map of Waukegan, 1959 Print
    1906 Waukegan
    1959 Print · USGS
    Coastal Lake County thrives during the early twentieth century as a hub of military training and religious settlement along Lake Michigan. Researchers can trace the roots of local communities through landmarks like Zion City, the Great Lakes US Naval Training Station, and Mount Rest Cemetery.

  6. 1908 Map of Waukegan
    1908 Map of Waukegan
    1908 Waukegan
    1908 Print · USGS
    Lake County and the Illinois-Wisconsin border are captured here in the early 1900s as coastal industry and inland farming thrived. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous crossroads like Rosecrans, early institutions like St. Marys Academy, and historic sites like Camp Logan.
    5 unique versions available

  7. 1920 Map of Grays Lake
    1920 Map of Grays Lake
    1920 Grays Lake
    1920 Print · USGS
    Lake County and the Illinois-Wisconsin borderlands are shown here in the early twenties, when the region was a bustling network of lakeside retreats and rural school districts. Genealogists and historians can trace dozens of family-named landmarks and institutions, including the English Prairie School, St Marys Chapel, and Union Cemetery.
    3 unique versions available

  8. 1923 Map of Grays Lake
    1923 Map of Grays Lake
    1923 Grays Lake
    1923 Print · USGS
    The glacial lake country of northern Illinois is captured here in the early twenties, just as the resort and rail economy flourished. Genealogists can trace family roots at St Marys Chapel, English Prairie School, and numerous villages like Wauconda and Spring Grove.
    4 unique versions available

  9. 1954 Map of Rockford
    1954 Map of Rockford
    1954 Rockford
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Rock River valley and the Illinois-Wisconsin borderlands are captured here in the mid-1950s during a period of robust industrial and agricultural activity. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-era corridors like the Illinois Central RR and locate landmarks from Big Foot Prairie to Lake Geneva.

  10. 1955 Map of Rockford
    1955 Map of Rockford
    1955 Rockford
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Rock River valley and southern Wisconsin dairy country are shown here in the mid-fifties as the region's manufacturing centers grew. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Chicago and North Western RR and Illinois Central RR through hubs like Rockford and Beloit.

  11. 1958 Map of Pleasant Prairie, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Pleasant Prairie, 1960 Print
    1958 Pleasant Prairie
    1960 Print · USGS
    Pleasant Prairie and the Des Plaines River valley are captured in the late fifties as rural life and aviation infrastructure intersected. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Wesley Ch, Star Harmony Sch, and the North Bristol Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 1958 Map of Racine, 1971 Print
    1958 Map of Racine, 1971 Print
    1958 Racine
    1971 Print · USGS
    The Lake Michigan shoreline in the late fifties was a study in contrasts between the industrial bustle of Kenosha and the quiet woods of the Allegan State Forest. Genealogists and historians can trace the urban footprint of Evanston or locate strategic sites like Fort Sheridan and the Wind Point Light.
    3 unique versions available

  13. 1958 Map of Rockford, 1974 Print
    1958 Map of Rockford, 1974 Print
    1958 Rockford
    1974 Print · USGS
    Northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin are shown here in the mid-twentieth century as rail-dependent industrial towns began to interface with growing lakefront communities. Genealogists can trace family roots through settlements like Saylesville and Tess Corners or locate historical landmarks like the Rockford Ordnance Depot.
    4 unique versions available

  14. 1959 Map of Racine, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Racine, 1960 Print
    1959 Racine
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Lake Michigan shoreline between Racine and Kenosha in the late fifties was a bustling corridor of rail lines and rural schools. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Mound Cemetery or trace the early days of aviation at Sylvania Airport and the Kenosha Airport.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1959 Map of Paddock Lake, 1961 Print
    1959 Map of Paddock Lake, 1961 Print
    1959 Paddock Lake
    1961 Print · USGS
    Southeast Wisconsin in the late fifties shows a landscape of glacial lakes and growing lakeside communities. Genealogists can trace family roots at Union Cem or Hosmer Cem, and locate landmarks like the Holy Family Convent and Paddock Lake Sch.
    3 unique versions available

  16. 1960 Map of Waukegan, 1962 Print
    1960 Map of Waukegan, 1962 Print
    1960 Waukegan
    1962 Print · USGS
    Coastal Lake County thrives in the early sixties as industrial centers and military installations expand along the lakefront. Researchers can locate family landmarks like St Patricks Cem, trace the rail corridors of Rondout, or explore the grounds of St Marys of the Lake Seminary.

  17. 1960 Map of Silver Lake, 1962 Print
    1960 Map of Silver Lake, 1962 Print
    1960 Silver Lake
    1962 Print · USGS
    Kenosha County in the early sixties is captured here as a landscape of rural schoolhouses and emerging mid-century recreation. Trace the footprint of the Richard Bong Air Force Base (Abandoned) or locate local landmarks like the Great Lakes Dragway and Wilmot Hills Raceway.
    3 unique versions available

  18. 1960 Map of Wadsworth, 1962 Print
    1960 Map of Wadsworth, 1962 Print
    1960 Wadsworth
    1962 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Illinois and the Wisconsin borderlands are captured here during the early years of the tollway era. Genealogists and historians can trace family plots at Mount Rest Cem or locate community centers like Newport Sch and York House Ch.
    3 unique versions available

  19. 1960 Map of Antioch, 1962 Print
    1960 Map of Antioch, 1962 Print
    1960 Antioch
    1962 Print · USGS
    Lake County's glacial terrain was rapidly evolving in the early sixties as new suburbs like Lindenhurst rose among the ancient waters. Researchers can trace family roots at St Benedicts Abbey, Hickory Union Cem, and the early runways of Antioch Airport.
    3 unique versions available

  20. 1960 Map of Grayslake, 1965 Print
    1960 Map of Grayslake, 1965 Print
    1960 Grayslake
    1965 Print · USGS
    Lake County's glacial landscape is captured here in the early sixties, showing the rise of commuter suburbs among the region's famous waterways. Researchers can locate dozens of country landmarks like Wray-Imeson Cem, Allendale Farm Sch, and Antioch Airport.

  21. 1962 Map of Racine
    1962 Map of Racine
    1962 Racine
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Lake Michigan shoreline in the early sixties reveals a fascinating contrast between the dense industrial rail hubs of RACINE and CHICAGO and the forested dunes of Michigan. Local historians can trace military installations like Fort Sheridan or explore the numerous inland retreats around Paw Paw Lake and Sister Lakes.

  22. 1963 Map of Rockford
    1963 Map of Rockford
    1963 Rockford
    1963 Print · USGS
    The mid-century industrial corridor along the Rock River is shown here during a period of rapid post-war growth. Researchers can trace the extensive rail lines of the Chicago and North Western or locate local landmarks like the Rockford Ordnance Depot and Holy Hill.

  23. 1980 Map of Waukegan
    1980 Map of Waukegan
    1980 Waukegan
    1980 Print · USGS
    The Illinois North Shore and Lake Michigan coastline appear at a point of high development in the early eighties. Trace the expansive grounds of the Great Lakes Naval Training Center, Fort Sheridan, and historic Northwestern University.

  24. 1980 Map of Lake Geneva, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Lake Geneva, 1981 Print
    1980 Lake Geneva
    1981 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Wisconsin at the start of the eighties reveals a landscape of glacial moraines and established lakefront resorts. Researchers can trace historic rail lines like the Chicago and North Western RR or locate landmarks such as Yerkes Observatory and East Lawn Cem.

  25. 1980 Map of Racine, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Racine, 1981 Print
    1980 Racine
    1981 Print · USGS
    The Lake Michigan shoreline at the start of the 1980s reveals a bustling industrial corridor from Milwaukee to Kenosha. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through numerous sites like Forest Home Cem or locate former rail stops along the C & N W and C M St P & P lines.

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