Antique Brainerd, Minnesota 1953 US Geological Survey Topographic Map – Detroit retailer Lakes, Park Rapids, Wadena Staples Foothills State Forest MN

Beautiful, antique map of Brainerd, Minnesota and surrounding areas. This is an authentic 1953 edition, 1975 print from the U.S. Geological Survey and NOT a computer reproduction.

See what Minnesota looked like over 65 years ago. Lots of intricate details and geological contours. Map is incredibly large and in the grand 1:250,000 scale. The USGS cartographers were very thorough back then!

Perfect for the historian, map-lover, the curious or just as a conversation starter. Wonderful and rare. Vintage maps such as these make great gifts.

Edition of 1953, printed 1975

Dimensions: 32" width x 22 1/2" height

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Features

Cities & Towns: Brainerd, Detroit Lakes, Park Rapids, Wadena, Staples, Henning, Evansville, Eagle Bend, Clarissa, Browerville, Frazee, Perham, Battle Lake.

Points of Interest: Mississippi River, Crow Wing River, Land O'Lakes State Forest, Foothills State Forest, Chippewa National Forest, Smoky Hills State Forest, White Earth Indian Reservation, Otter Tail Lake, Rush Lake, Pine Lake, Lake Christina, Gull Lake, Long Lake, Pelican Lake retailer, Upper Whitefish Lake, Lower Whitefish Lake and lots more hills, mountains, lakes, islands, bays, highways, railroads.

Condition: Very Good condition, commensurate with age. This map is in incredible shape for being over 45 years old. Has light edge-wear, all of which will read as vintage character when framed.

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We will happily adjust shipping price for multiple purchases. Maps are rolled up and shipped in sturdy mailing tubes, never folded.