Maps tell us where we are and show us how to get to where we want to go. They give us a picture of what is around us. There can be maps of buildings, maps of towns, or maps of the world. Really, a map can be any size, shape, and color. While scanning the many books in the Archives & Special Collections, I came across a giant book titled, America in Maps. This book is a collection of, you guessed it, maps! But I am pretty sure you will not be able to find these on Google. These maps date from 1500 to 1856 and are done by many different people. Every map is different. Some are in color, others are black and white. Some are drawn with great detail, while others are clear and to the point. Even though all of these maps are unique, they all show history and give a sense of place. Come check out these beautiful maps in the Archives & Special Collections!
By Sierra Scott