Old Maps of Salem Lakes, Wisconsin for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Salem Lakes with 32 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.

  • Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
  • Ideal for environmental or urban studies: Support academic projects with primary historical map data.
  • Use in the classroom or lab: Educators and researchers rely on these maps to bring historical context to life.

These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Salem Lakes has changed over the decades.


Salem Lakes, WI maps

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  1. 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

  2. 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

  3. 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

  4. 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

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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

  8. 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

  9. 1960 Map of Silver Lake, 1962 Print
    1960 Map of Silver Lake, 1962 Print
    1960 Silver Lake
    1962 Print · USGS
    Southern Wisconsin at the start of the sixties reveals a landscape of quiet glacial lakes and evolving military footprints. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Silver Lake and New Munster or explore the massive Richard Bong Air Force Base (Abandoned).
    3 unique versions available

  10. 1960 Map of Fox Lake, 1962 Print
    1960 Map of Fox Lake, 1962 Print
    1960 Fox Lake
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Chain O’Lakes region in the early sixties was a bustling landscape of resort life and growing residential pockets. Trace the layout of settlements like Lotus Woods, locate local landmarks like Wilmot Hills Raceway, and find family-named cemeteries such as Orvis Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  11. 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

  12. 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

  13. 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.

  14. 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.

  15. 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.

  16. 1981 Map of Elgin
    1981 Map of Elgin
    1981 Elgin
    1981 Print · USGS
    Northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin are shown in the early eighties as suburban growth meets glacial terrain. Trace the paths of the Milwaukee Road through Harvard or explore the wetlands of Volo Bog State Natural Area.

  17. 1993 Map of Fox Lake
    1993 Map of Fox Lake
    1993 Fox Lake
    1993 Print · USGS
    The Illinois-Wisconsin border country comes alive in this survey of the Chain O' Lakes during the early nineties. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Wray-Imeson Cem or explore the transit history of the Chicago and North Western railroad.

  18. 1993 Map of Antioch
    1993 Map of Antioch
    1993 Antioch
    1993 Print · USGS
    The Chain O'Lakes region in the early nineties shows a dense network of suburban growth and glacial water bodies along the Illinois-Wisconsin line. Genealogists and local historians can trace old community markers like Hickory Union Cem, Wedges Corner, and the Petty Sch.

  19. 2012 Map of Fox Lake, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Fox Lake, 2012 Print
    2012 Fox Lake
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Salem Lakes, including Antioch, Johnsburg, and other nearby areas

  20. 2012 Map of Antioch, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Antioch, 2012 Print
    2012 Antioch
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Salem Lakes, including Gurnee, Round Lake Beach, and other nearby areas

  21. 2015 Map of Antioch, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Antioch, 2015 Print
    2015 Antioch
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Salem Lakes, including Gurnee, Round Lake Beach, and other nearby areas

  22. 2015 Map of Fox Lake, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Fox Lake, 2015 Print
    2015 Fox Lake
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Salem Lakes, including Antioch, Johnsburg, and other nearby areas

  23. 2018 Map of Fox Lake, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Fox Lake, 2018 Print
    2018 Fox Lake
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Salem Lakes, including Antioch, Johnsburg, and other nearby areas

  24. 2018 Map of Antioch, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Antioch, 2018 Print
    2018 Antioch
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Salem Lakes, including Gurnee, Round Lake Beach, and other nearby areas

  25. 2021 Map of Fox Lake, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Fox Lake, 2021 Print
    2021 Fox Lake
    2021 Print · USGS
    Covers Salem Lakes, including Antioch, Johnsburg, and other nearby areas

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