Iowa History Map
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1875 1930 1950 1960 1970 1980 now LIDAR
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The historic imagery may be blurry at this zoom level!
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Pick the spot

Drag the green pin, or click the map, to mark where this place is.

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Tell us about this place
Please give this place a name.
Everyone can see the places you add, so use a descriptive name. “Home” won’t mean much to anyone else!
Choose a photo or drag one here
Old photos, postcards, or pictures you’ve taken are all welcome.
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Place Details
Welcome to the Iowa History Map!

We let you add points of interest, photos, and comments to an interactive map featuring a historic atlas and aerial photography from 1930 through today.

Quick tips:

  • Use the year buttons below the map to see Iowa in different time periods.
  • The Roads button will overlay modern roads onto any map.
  • Hit Add Place to add your own points of interest to the map.
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