Lorain Public Library System

Lorain Public Library System - Useful Web Links

Selected Topic: Maps

David Rumsey Historical Map Collection
This site provides over 14,800 historic maps online. The collection focuses on rare 18th & 19th century North and South America maps & other cartographic materials. (You will need to disable your "pop-up blocker" to view the maps.)

Google Maps
Google's map searching website.

Google Maps Mania
An unofficial Google Maps blog tracking the websites, ideas and tools being influenced by Google Maps.

Map Locator
Provided by the U.S. Geological Service, this website displays longitude and latitude information for locations as you "mouse over" the locations on a map.

Mapquest
Get a map for any location in the U.S. Zoom in to display more detail or zoom out to see a larger view. Plan a trip with point-to-point driving directions. Many foreign countries are also available.

Outline Maps
Printable outline maps of the world.

Regional Maps from the CIA World Factbook
Regional world maps from the CIA World Factbook

U. S. Census Bureau "Tiger Maps"
U.S. Census mapping engine allows user to specify maps as to many features, such as railroads, shoreline, latitude, longitude, counties, and more.

United Nations Cartographic Section
Maps and Geographic Information Resources

Yahoo! Maps
Get a map for any location in the U.S. Zoom in to display more detail or zoom out to see a larger view. Plan a trip with point-to-point driving directions.