Historic Map Works

[CincinnatiKid]

Hi all. Have you ever viewed or ordered a research map from Historic Map Works? If not, please do.
I have 3 recent finds, (dug), that I couldn't explain why they were found where they were found. So, I visit local library for info. Library was helpful at best. Don't get me wrong, I find most local historic info at my local branch. But the branch had no info on the specific site involved? Thereafter, I search "The Web/Net, with wonderful results! HMW shows up. I click...
I view local historic maps dating 1830 onward!? I actually found two maps that showed who and when owned this property!
The aforesaid finds;
1- 1866 shield nickel
1- local 5c bar token (circa 1890)
1- gilt vest button (circa 1820-1850)
Not spectacular finds, yet they date the site. I will return.
Hope this can help. Peace

 

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[Argentium]

Thanks man ! I'll check em out -

 

[relicmeister]

You can zoom in on the maps online and order one only if it looks like it will be useful because they aren't cheap.

 

[grasshopper]

They also have a service on their website called Historic Earth, where they overlay the historic maps over current imagery for you. I think they only have it for some states, but it's super helpful!

 

[CincinnatiKid]

Thanks relicmeister. They are low cost though. Any 11x17 research print is only $13, shipping included. I ordered 2 more Sat. Peace

 

[Clay Slayer]

CincinnattiKid,

Here's another good site. USGS Historical Topographic Map Collection. Double-click on the map down to the area you're interested in, then select "Mark Points" on right side of page. After you click on your map to place the red marker you can click your mouse on the marker and it will show you all available topographic maps for that area, newest to oldest. Some go back to the late 19th century...but most go back to the 20's and 30's. Still good information on old structure locations, etc.

Oh, and the high resolution pdf downloads are FREE. Just click on the file size of the map you want and it downloads.

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[CincinnatiKid]

Thanks Clay!

 

[roaddust66]

Ship me some Sky Line down here !

 

[CincinnatiKid]

Thanks roaddust66. Funny you say that. I actually enjoyed cheese conies from Skyline Monday. It's not quite the same as being at an actual restaurant, but you should locate canned or frozen products at your grocery. I've even found it in Florida!? Merry Christmas! Peace

 

[Diggin-N-Dumps]

Thanks roaddust66. Funny you say that. I actually enjoyed cheese conies from Skyline Monday. It's not quite the same as being at an actual restaurant, but you should locate canned or frozen products at your grocery. I've even found it in Florida!? Merry Christmas! Peace

haha..I grew up on Skyline Chili...there was a resturant my Grandma would take me too all the time in Fort Myers, She was orginally from Cincinnati...thats some Good ShII....My mom calls it Yankee Chili...lol..her side was from Georgia

 

[naturegirl08]

I love historic map works. Google earth also allows you to view historical topographic photos overlaid over modern satellite images (in certain areas where the photos are available).

 

[CincinnatiKid]

Thanks Diggin! Did you know Skyline actually puts chocolate and cinnamon in sauce!? Crazy. Peace

 

[CincinnatiKid]

Thanks naturegirl08. I also enjoy Google Earth. My problem with Google Earth is that all satellite photos have been taken in summer when foliage growth is highest. It's hard to transpose photos. I can't view my sites. Is there a "seasonal" link?
Merry Christmas! Peace

 

[Diggin-N-Dumps]

Thanks Diggin! Did you know Skyline actually puts chocolate and cinnamon in sauce!? Crazy. Peace

Yessir!...My Dad used to have the reciepe...or close too it

 

[CincinnatiKid]

Please send your Dad's! I'm frustrated w bribing restaurant managers! Lmao
Peace