Minnesota Historical Maps and Atlases

The state of Minnesota collection contains 2,266 atlases spanning 310 years of growth and development (1696 through 2006). Within the atlases are 187,605 historical maps, illustrations, and histories many of which contain family names ideal for genealogical research. Others are rare antique maps, part of the collection by an exclusive arrangement with the Osher Map Library. The state of Minnesota has 13 of these antiquarian maps dating back as early as 1696.