Historical Maps of West Virginia

Journey back in time with 2,991 historical maps of West Virginia, dating from 1884 to present day. Explore and discover the history of West Virginia through detailed topographic maps, featuring cities, landmarks, and geographical changes. Dive deeper into each map with our interactive high-resolution viewer and extensive library data. Every map in our collection is also available for purchase as a framed or unframed museum-quality print for those interested interested in bringing a part of history into their home. Begin your historical adventure now!
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All Maps (2,991)

  1. 1884 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1884 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1884 West Virginia
    Includes Harpers Ferry, WV, Virginia, Maryland, and others
    Originally titled "Harpers Ferry 1884"
    Published 1884
  2. 1886 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1886 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1886 West Virginia
    Originally titled "St. George 1886"
    Published 1886
  3. 1887 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1887 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1887 West Virginia
    Originally titled "Hinton 1887"
    Published 1887
  4. 1887 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1887 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1887 West Virginia
    Includes Lewisburg, WV, Virginia, and others
    Originally titled "Lewisburg 1887"
    Published 1887
  5. 1887 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1887 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1887 West Virginia
    Originally titled "Pocahontas 1887"
    Published 1887
  6. 1887 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1887 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1887 West Virginia
    Includes Wayne County, WV, Warfield, KY, Virginia, and others
    Originally titled "Warfield 1887"
    Published 1887
  7. 1889 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1889 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1889 West Virginia
    Includes Beverly, WV, Virginia, and others
    Originally titled "Beverly 1889"
    Published 1889
  8. 1889 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1889 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1889 West Virginia
    Originally titled "Nicholas 1889"
    Published 1889
  9. 1890 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1890 Map of West Virginia, United States
    1890 West Virginia
    Originally titled "Christiansburg 1890"
    Published 1890
  10. 1890 Map of West Virginia, United States, 1891 Print
    1890 Map of West Virginia, United States, 1891 Print
    1890 West Virginia
    Originally titled "Christiansburg 1890"
    Published 1891
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Frequently asked questions about West Virginia historical maps

  • Can I purchase a physical print of a historical map of West Virginia?

    Yes! Every map in our collection can be purchased as a museum-quality print that we meticulously lay out by hand to ensure the highest quality final product. We offer a variety of sizes and prints can be either framed or unframed. Explore purchase options by clicking the "Buy Print" button on any map page.

  • Why are historical maps of West Virginia important for research and professional purposes?

    Historical maps of West Virginia offer a unique perspective on an area's past, making them invaluable for environmental consultants, surveyors, legal professionals, geneologists, historians, and hobbyists alike. They are used in environmental site assessments, lot line research, and land dispute resolution.

  • What types of historical maps are available for West Virginia?

    Our diverse collection includes detailed topographic maps from the United States Geological Survey's Historical Topographic Map Collection as well as from a variety of public and private collections we've sourced, each providing a unique glimpse into West Virginia's past. We'll soon begin to offer historical aerial images as well.

  • What advanced features do you offer for professional use?

    We offer advanced features including 3D terrain visualization, georeferencing, customizeable base maps, multi-layering capabilities, and annotation tools. These features allow for in-depth analysis, customization, and report building utilizing our historical map collection.

  • How can I find a specific historical map of West Virginia?

    Our platform has over 185,000 fully digitized and interactive maps, and 2,991 maps available specifically for West Virginia. You can easily filter and search by address, place, date, scale, or landmark to find the specific map they need, or browse our collection by city, county, and state.

  • How can I contribute a historical map of West Virginia that's not in your collection?

    We welcome contributions! If you have a map that isn't in our collection, reach out to us at hello@pastmaps.com. We can assist with digitizing individual maps or entire collections.

  • What is the oldest map of West Virginia in your collection?

    The oldest map of West Virginia in our collection is from 1884.

  • How can I download a map of West Virginia?

    Every map in our collection can be freely downloaded as a high-resolution GeoTIFF or GeoPDF file. You can use this file with mapping software or print it out for personal use.