Old Maps of Walworth, Wisconsin for Metal Detecting

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Walworth, WI maps

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  1. 1893 Map of Delavan
    1893 Map of Delavan
    1893 Delavan
    1893 Print · USGS
    Walworth County at the close of the nineteenth century reveals a landscape of growing lakefront communities and vital rail junctions. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprints of Delavan, Elkhorn, and Sharon, alongside lakeside landmarks like Williams Bay and Fontana.
    6 unique versions available

  2. 1932 Map of Harvard
    1932 Map of Harvard
    1932 Harvard
    1932 Print · USGS
    Northern Illinois and the Wisconsin borderlands are captured here in the early 1930s, centered on the rail hub of Harvard. Genealogists can locate dozens of named rural schools like Hoppen School and Shields School, or trace the path of the Chicago and Northwestern Electric (Abandoned) line.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1937 Map of Harvard
    1937 Map of Harvard
    1937 Harvard
    1937 Print · USGS
    Upper Illinois and the Wisconsin borderlands are shown here in the mid-1930s, centered on the bustling rail junction at Harvard. Genealogists can trace family footprints across dozens of country schoolhouse sites like White Oak Sch and the rural cemeteries of Dunham township.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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

  7. 1960 Map of Delavan, 1962 Print
    1960 Map of Delavan, 1962 Print
    1960 Delavan
    1962 Print · USGS
    Walworth County’s lake country is captured here in the early sixties, showing a landscape of summer resorts and established prairie towns. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Hollister Cem or trace the grounds of the Yerkes Observatory and County Fairground.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1960 Map of Walworth, 1964 Print
    1960 Map of Walworth, 1964 Print
    1960 Walworth
    1964 Print · USGS
    Lake Geneva and Delavan Lake were established summer retreats by the early sixties, surrounded by prestigious academies and observatories. Genealogists and local historians can locate rural landmarks like Cobblestone Cem, Big Foot High Sch, and the Yerkes Observatory.
    3 unique versions available

  9. 1960 Map of Sharon, 1964 Print
    1960 Map of Sharon, 1964 Print
    1960 Sharon
    1964 Print · USGS
    Southern Wisconsin farm country and rail hubs are captured here at the start of the 1960s. Genealogists can trace family footprints across North Sharon Cem, South Grove Cem, and rural schoolhouses like Salt Box Sch or Red Sch.
    3 unique versions available

  10. 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.

  11. 1970 Map of Capron, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Capron, 1972 Print
    1970 Capron
    1972 Print · USGS
    The Illinois-Wisconsin borderlands are captured here in the early seventies, showing a landscape of established farmsteads and rail-linked villages. Genealogists can locate family sites at Burr Oak Cem, Chester Cem, or the rural community of Lawrence.
    3 unique versions available

  12. 1970 Map of Harvard, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Harvard, 1972 Print
    1970 Harvard
    1972 Print · USGS
    The Illinois-Wisconsin state line meets the industrial rail hub of Harvard during the early 1970s. Trace the Chicago and North Western rail corridor and find local landmarks like Mt Auburn Cemetery and the rural community of Alden.
    2 unique versions available

  13. 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.

  14. 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.

  15. 2010 Map of Sharon, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Sharon, 2010 Print
    2010 Sharon
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Walworth, including Delavan, Darien, and other nearby areas

  16. 2010 Map of Walworth, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Walworth, 2010 Print
    2010 Walworth
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Walworth, including Delavan, Williams Bay, and other nearby areas

  17. 2012 Map of Capron, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Capron, 2012 Print
    2012 Capron
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Walworth, including Harvard, Sharon, and other nearby areas

  18. 2012 Map of Harvard, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Harvard, 2012 Print
    2012 Harvard
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Walworth, including Harvard, Alden, and other nearby areas

  19. 2013 Map of Sharon, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Sharon, 2013 Print
    2013 Sharon
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Walworth, including Delavan, Darien, and other nearby areas

  20. 2013 Map of Walworth, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Walworth, 2013 Print
    2013 Walworth
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Walworth, including Delavan, Williams Bay, and other nearby areas

  21. 2015 Map of Capron, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Capron, 2015 Print
    2015 Capron
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Walworth, including Harvard, Sharon, and other nearby areas

  22. 2015 Map of Harvard, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Harvard, 2015 Print
    2015 Harvard
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Walworth, including Harvard, Alden, and other nearby areas

  23. 2016 Map of Sharon, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Sharon, 2016 Print
    2016 Sharon
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Walworth, including Delavan, Darien, and other nearby areas

  24. 2016 Map of Walworth, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Walworth, 2016 Print
    2016 Walworth
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Walworth, including Delavan, Williams Bay, and other nearby areas

  25. 2018 Map of Harvard, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Harvard, 2018 Print
    2018 Harvard
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Walworth, including Harvard, Alden, and other nearby areas

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