Plat book of Minneapolis showing property ownership, sewers, water pipes, fire hydrants, steam railroads, horse railroads, ward boundaries and buildings. Note: plate 5 is missing from the original.
Contributing Institution:
University of Minnesota Libraries, John R. Borchert Map Library
Lantern slide image of a map of the proposed rearrangement of the Armory Garden (now The Minneapolis Sculpture Garden) created in January of 1915, colorized.
Complete set of surveys and plats of properties in the city of Minneapolis, Minnesota, compiled and drawn from official records and actual surveys, index to additions and sub-divisions included.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
Twenty-three stapled pages of Richfield, Minnesota. It includes an overview map and one index. This atlas contains map pages 12-32 only. Maps 1-11, which represent portions of Richfield that were annexed to the city of Minneapolis, are not present.
This atlas consists of 11 maps culled from previously published surveys that were compiled and drawn by Johnson and Farmer. It documents the portions of land that were annexed from Richfield to become part of the city of Minneapolis.
Includes a complete set of surveys and plats of properties in the city of Minneapolis, compiled and drawn from official records and actual surveys by the Minnesota WPA, sponsored by the City of Minneapolis.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
Complete set of surveys and plats of properties in the city of Minneapolis, Minnesota, compiled and drawn from official records and actual surveys, index to additions and sub-divisions included.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
This atlas contains 22 hand-drawn maps of Richfield compiled from official surveys. Many pages were manually updated with pencil or paper inserts to show new subdivisions.
This atlas contains 22 hand-drawn maps of Richfield compiled from official surveys. Many pages were manually updated with pencil or paper inserts to show new subdivisions.
Map of Henry Dean and Walter Badgers proposed addition to Minneapolis: south of Minnehaha Parkway and north of 53rd Street West between Dupont Avenue South and Lyndale Avenue South. This addition replaced Butler's Brookside Addition. Walter Badger was the trustee for the deceased Eunice L. Butler.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
Bedrock topography (elevation of the bedrock sruface) map of the Minneapolis and St. Paul urban area, scale 1:48,000. Electronic file available at: ftp://mgsftp2.mngs.umn.edu/map_catalog/pdf/umn22446.pdf
Jirsa, Mark A.; Olsen, Bruce M.; Bloomgren, Bruce A.
Date Created:
1986
Description:
Interpretations of bedrock geology (distribution of rock at the land surface and beneath surface sediments) of the Twin Cities, seven-county metropolitan area, scale 1:125,000. Electronic file available at: ftp://mgsftp2.mngs.umn.edu/map_catalog/pdf/umn22442.pdf
Jirsa, Mark A.; Olsen, Bruce M.; Bloomgren, Bruce A.
Date Created:
1986
Description:
Bedrock topopgrapy (elevation of the bedrock surface) of the Twin Cities, seven-county metropolitan area, scale 1:125,000. Electronic file available at: ftp://mgsftp2.mngs.umn.edu/map_catalog/pdf/umn22443.pdf
Map showing interpretations of bedrock geology (distribution of rock at the land surface and beneath surface sediments) in the area of Minneapolis-St. Paul, scale 1:24,000. Electronic file available at: ftp://mgsftp2.mngs.umn.edu/map_catalog/pdf/umn22379.pdf
Interpretations of bedrock geology (distribution of rock at the land surface and beneath surface sediments) and structure map (recognizable features produced by deformation of rocks) of the seven county Metropolitan area, Twin Cities, Minnesota, scale 1:125,000. Electronic file available at: ftp://mgsftp2.mngs.umn.edu/map_catalog/pdf/umn22506.pdf
A revised plan for the improvement of Sumner Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The plan is found in the Thirty-fifth Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page [56].
Plans for improvement of Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake Boulevard and for the acquisition of the north and east shores of the lake in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The plan is found in the Thirty-ninth Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page [78].
These maps are found in the Thirty-sixth Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, in a pocket inside the back cover.
A map of the actual and proposed playground facilities in park in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1914. The map is found in the Thirty-second Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page 114.
A plan showing the proposed extension of the Municipal Golf Course in Columbia Park, Minneapolis, Minnesota. The plan is found in the Thirty-ninth Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page [78].
This plan shows the revised boundaries of Columbia Park, and a relocated boulevard in Minneapolis, Minnesota, after an exchange with the Minneapolis St. Paul and Sault Ste. Marie Railroad for a right of way. The plan is found in the Twenty-eighth Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page 66.
Includes a complete set of surveys and plats of properties in the city of Minneapolis, compiled and drawn from official records and actual surveys. Index to additions and sub-divisions included.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
Map of Minneapolis that delineates ward limits, fire limits, and additions; Notes and guide to plots on verso; Lithographed by Johnson, Smith & Harrison.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
Lantern slide image of a map of the estimated cost of improving the proposed playground at Longfellow Avenue and East 39th St. (Sibley Field Park) created on December 29th, 1921.
This map shows the existing and contemplated park and parkway system in Minneapolis, Minnesota as of 1907. The map is found in the Twenty-fifth Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis.
The front side of "Explore Minnesota Bikeways: Map A - Metro North" contains the map index, a list of county and municipal parks, an illustrated article about parkland flora and fauna, a "potpourri" article, and an illustration of the Shaw-Hammons House in Anoka. The back side contains a legend of signs and symbols and the larger bikeways map. MnDOT's bikeway maps serve as a reference guide illustrating major historical and cultural points of interest in Minnesota, public park lands and facilities, equipment, and safety information. They also depict road analyses for bicycle travel, location of paved road shoulders and off-road bikeways, and controlled access roads where bicycles are prohibited. There are 54 maps in the Statewide Series (1979-1983), 4 maps in the Statewide Quadrant Series (1986-1993), and 2 maps in the Metro Series (1989). Legislatively mandated, these maps were prepared as convenient guides to help bicyclists select their routes. Each map is unique and signifies a historical reference to the state of bicycle facilities at the time of publication.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
The front side of "Explore Minnesota Bikeways: Map B - Metro Northwest" contains the map index, a list of county and municipal parks, a "potpourri" article with illustrations of the Old North School and St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Plymouth; and a checklist of touring supplies with a diagram of where to put supplies on a bike. The back side contains a legend of signs and symbols, bicycling safety tips, and the larger bikeways map. MnDOT's bikeway maps serve as a reference guide illustrating major historical and cultural points of interest in Minnesota, public park lands and facilities, equipment, and safety information. They also depict road analyses for bicycle travel, location of paved road shoulders and off-road bikeways, and controlled access roads where bicycles are prohibited. There are 54 maps in the Statewide Series (1979-1983), 4 maps in the Statewide Quadrant Series (1986-1993), and 2 maps in the Metro Series (1989). Legislatively mandated, these maps were prepared as convenient guides to help bicyclists select their routes. Each map is unique and signifies a historical reference to the state of bicycle facilities at the time of publication.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
The front side of "Explore Minnesota Bikeways: Map E - Metro Southwest" contains the map index a list of county and municipal parks bicycling safety tips and a "potpourri" article with illustrations of the Chanhassen Town Hall and Trinity Episcopal Chapel in Excelsior. The back side contains a legend of signs and symbols and the larger bikeways map. MnDOT's bikeway maps serve as a reference guide illustrating major historical and cultural points of interest in Minnesota, public park lands and facilities, equipment, and safety information. They also depict road analyses for bicycle travel, location of paved road shoulders and off-road bikeways, and controlled access roads where bicycles are prohibited. There are 54 maps in the Statewide Series (1979-1983), 4 maps in the Statewide Quadrant Series (1986-1993), and 2 maps in the Metro Series (1989). Legislatively mandated, these maps were prepared as convenient guides to help bicyclists select their routes. Each map is unique and signifies a historical reference to the state of bicycle facilities at the time of publication.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
The front side of "Explore Minnesota Bikeways: Metro West" contains the northern part of the Metro West bikeways map, a shaded relief image of the Twin Cities metro area, and a list of Minnesota bicycle laws. The back side contains the southern part of the Metro West bikeways map and a legend. MnDOT's bikeway maps serve as a reference guide illustrating major historical and cultural points of interest in Minnesota, public park lands and facilities, equipment, and safety information. They also depict road analyses for bicycle travel, location of paved road shoulders and off-road bikeways, and controlled access roads where bicycles are prohibited. There are 54 maps in the Statewide Series (1979-1983), 4 maps in the Statewide Quadrant Series (1986-1993), and 2 maps in the Metro Series (1989). Legislatively mandated, these maps were prepared as convenient guides to help bicyclists select their routes. Each map is unique and signifies a historical reference to the state of bicycle facilities at the time of publication.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
The front side of "Explore Minnesota Bikeways: Southeast" contains the larger bikeways map, a legend, inset maps of Stillwater and Hastings, an illustration of the St. Croix Valley Tour Route, and bicycling safety tips. The back side contains inset maps of Austin, Faribault, Albert Lea, Rochester, Northfield, St. Cloud/Sauk Rapids, Mankato/North Mankato, Owatonna, Winona, and Red Wing; and an illustration of the Tour of Valleys and Ridgetops. MnDOT's bikeway maps serve as a reference guide illustrating major historical and cultural points of interest in Minnesota, public park lands and facilities, equipment, and safety information. They also depict road analyses for bicycle travel, location of paved road shoulders and off-road bikeways, and controlled access roads where bicycles are prohibited. There are 54 maps in the Statewide Series (1979-1983), 4 maps in the Statewide Quadrant Series (1986-1993), and 2 maps in the Metro Series (1989). Legislatively mandated, these maps were prepared as convenient guides to help bicyclists select their routes. Each map is unique and signifies a historical reference to the state of bicycle facilities at the time of publication.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
A plan for Farwell Park in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The plan is found in the Twenty-eighth Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page 128.
Wirth, Theodore, 1863-1949; Godward, Alfred C., 1886-1913
Date Created:
1920-01
Description:
Lantern slide image of a map of a plan for the suggested treatment of parkway and street intersections at the Franklin Avenue Bridge created in January of 1920.
A plan for Cedar Lake Boulevard, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, showing the connection with Lake of the Isles and Dean Boulevards. The plan is found in the Twenty-seventh Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page [86].
Map of planned park improvements around Lake Harriet including boat landing, bathing beach, bathhouses, rose garden, picnic grove, tree, shrub and flower garden, trolley station, and paths.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
A plan for changes to Camden Park in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The plan is found in the Twenty-seventh Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page [48].
A plan for improvements for Columbia Park in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The plan is found in the Thirtieth Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page 96.
A plan showing one option for the improvement of Elliott Park, including a sunken flower garden. The plan is found in the Twenty-seventh Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page 90.
A plan showing a second option for the improvement of Elliott Park, including a play field. The plan is found in the Twenty-seventh Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page 92.
A plan for the improvement of Farview Park in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The plan is found in the Thirty-third Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page 42.
A plan for the improvement of Glenwood Park in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The plan is found in the Thirty-first Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page 94.
Map showing proposed plans for Lake Harriet parkland including boat landings, rose garden, pavillion, shore line, Beard's Palisance, Lyndale Park, and surrounding streets.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
A plan showing suggested changes to the Maple Hill Cemetary in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The plan is found in the Twenty-sixth Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis.
This item consists of seven sheets of maps attached at the left edge, showing planned changes to Minnehaha Creek and Parkway. The maps were created in January 1912, when Theodore Wirth was Superintendent of Parks, and are indexed on page 103A of the Twenty-Ninth Annual Report of the Minneapolis Board of Park Comissioners. This particular copy was mailed on October 10, 1921 according to the postmark on the envelope.
A plan for the improvement of Powderhorn Lake Park in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The plan is found in the Thirty-third Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page 68.
A plan for the improvement of Powderhorn Lake Park in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The plan is found in the Thirty-ninth Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page 80.
This plan suggests improvements to Powderhorn Park in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The plan is found in the Twenty-fifth Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis.
Wirth, Theodore, 1863-1949; Godward, Alfred C., 1886-1913
Date Created:
1912-01
Description:
A plan for the improvement of the Parade Grounds in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The plan is found in the Twenty-ninth Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page 114.
From the map: "The location of dominating features of the report are shown, namely, the Main Axes, the Circumferential Rings, the Civic Administrative and Transportation Centers, the River Front, and the Park System. The last named largely exists, as shown by green color; orange represents proposed parks, parkways or playgrounds. The function of the City Plan of Minneapolis is the logical completion of the existing system." This map corresponds with the published book, Plan of Minneapolis, prepared under the direction of the Civic commission, MCMXVII, by Edward H. Bennett, architect, 227 pages, 1917.
Contributing Institution:
Hennepin County Library, James K. Hosmer Special Collections Library
A proposal for Crosstown Boulevard over Thirty-first Street and Twenty-fourth Street in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The plan is found in the Thirty-eighth Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page 84.
A plan showing improvements at Lake of the Isles Park in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The plan is found in the Twenty-eighth Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page 102.
A suggested plan for the improvement of Dorilus Morrison Park & Washburn Fair Oaks in connection with the Minneapolis Institute of Artsin Minneapolis, Minnesota. The plan is found in the Thirty-second Annual Report of the Board of Park Commissioners of the City of Minneapolis, after page 36.
Balaban, N.H.; Olsen, Bruce M.; Bloomgren, Bruce A.
Date Created:
1989
Description:
Map showing interpretations of bedrock geology (distribution of rock at the land surface and beneath surface sediments) with cross section diagrams, scale 1:100,000, Hennepin County. Electronic file available at: ftp://mgsftp2.mngs.umn.edu/map_catalog/pdf/umn22235.pdf
Maps showing where and how much ground water may be present and aquifer characteristics of the bedrock geologic units, scale 1:150,000, Hennepin County. Electronic file available at: ftp://mgsftp2.mngs.umn.edu/map_catalog/pdf/umn22239.pdf
Balaban, N.H.; Bloomgren, Bruce A.; Tipping, Robert G.; Wahl, Timothy E.
Date Created:
1989
Description:
Map showing locations of water wells, soil borings, outcrops and cuttings samples collected during water well drilling. Distribution and sources of primary information tthat guide the geologic interpretations used to make the geologic maps in the series, scale 1:100,000, Hennepin County. Electronic file available at: ftp://mgsftp2.mngs.umn.edu/map_catalog/pdf/umn22234.pdf
Balaban, N.H.; Bloomgren, Bruce A.; Cleland, Jane M.; Olsen, Bruce M.
Date Created:
1989
Description:
Map showing the thickness of unconsolidated materials over the bedrock surface (depth to bedrock) and the elevation of the bedrock surface (bedrock topography), scale 1:100,000, Hennepin County. Electronic file available at: ftp://mgsftp2.mngs.umn.edu/map_catalog/pdf/umn22237.pdf