Nebraska Historical Maps and Atlases

The state of Nebraska collection contains 2,193 atlases spanning 144 years of growth and development (1864 through 2008). Within the atlases are 122,745 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 Nebraska has 6 of these antiquarian maps dating back as early as 1864.