Historical Maps of North Carolina
All Maps (3,975)
- 1886 Map of North Carolina, United States
1886 North CarolinaOriginally titled "Dahlonega 1886"Published 1886 - 1886 Map of North Carolina, United States
1886 North CarolinaOriginally titled "Knoxville 1886"Published 1886 - 1886 Map of North Carolina, United States
1886 North CarolinaOriginally titled "Walhalla 1886"Published 1886 - 1888 Map of North Carolina, United States
1888 North CarolinaOriginally titled "Ellijay 1888"Published 1888 - 1889 Map of North Carolina, United States
1889 North CarolinaOriginally titled "Hillsville 1889"Published 1889 - 1889 Map of North Carolina, United States, 1960 Print
1889 North CarolinaOriginally titled "Wilkesboro 1889"Published 1960 - 1889 Map of North Carolina, United States
1889 North CarolinaOriginally titled "Wytheville 1889"Published 1889 - 1889 Map of North Carolina, United States, 1892 Print
1889 North CarolinaOriginally titled "Wytheville 1889"Published 1892 - 1891 Map of North Carolina, United States
1891 North CarolinaOriginally titled "Abingdon 1891"Published 1891 - 1891 Map of North Carolina, United States
1891 North CarolinaOriginally titled "Cowee 1891"Published 1891
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Frequently asked questions about North Carolina historical maps
Can I purchase a physical print of a historical map of North Carolina?
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 North Carolina important for research and professional purposes?
Historical maps of North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
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 North Carolina'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 North Carolina?
Our platform has over 185,000 fully digitized and interactive maps, and 3,975 maps available specifically for North Carolina. 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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina in your collection?
The oldest map of North Carolina in our collection is from 1886.
How can I download a map of North Carolina?
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.