1910 Map of Austin

About this map

Austin sits at a critical geographic junction where the rugged Jollyville Plateau meets the prairie, centered on the winding path of the Colorado River. Surveyed in the late 19th century, this map documents the capital city before the massive 20th-century expansion, showing established landmarks like Saint Edwards College and the strategic Fort Magruder. The surrounding landscape is a network of small agricultural settlements and early education centers, such as Johnson's Institute and Science Hall.