Digital Sanborn Maps

Travel back in time with this historical collection of fire insurance maps created between 1867 and 1970. You'll find maps for more than 12,000 American cities and towns. Check to see if maps are available for your hometown, or take a peek at the cities of your ancestors!

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Using The State Historical Society of Missouri's Digital Collections (Hybrid)

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