There's a chill in the air- it must be Autumn!

Now that the summer is over and things have calmed down in the shop, Perri and Max have been diligently working to add ever more items to the website. Some upcoming collections that are not quite ready yet are:

~Town maps from Albany and Schenectady Counties, NY

~Topographic maps from all over the Northeast and as far south as Virginia

~Nautical Charts of all over the world

~Ward maps of West Roxbury MA

~A great collection of interesting maps, mostly 17th and 18th Century

And more! Stay tuned!

Boston as it was in 1728

This excellent map shows Boston as it was in 1728. It is a re-creation of a well-known and unobtainable map by William Burgiss and Thomas Johnson. This version was printed in 1869 and is a faithful copy of the original.

1869 - To his excellency William Burnet, esqr., this plan of Boston in New England is humbly dedicated by his excellencys most obedient and humble servant Will Burgiss - Antique Map

Fresh Botanical Prints

Botanical prints are a popular category, and it's no wonder! With gorgeous vibrant color and popular varieties, what's not to love?

1870 - Alsophila Ferox - Portion of Pinna - Fern - Antique Print

1896 - Saffron Lily (Lilium Croceum) - Antique Print

1896 - White Peony (Paeonia Albiflora) - Antique Print

1896 - Rose - "General Jacqueminot" (Hybrid Perpetual) - Antique Print

Affordable Maps of European Cities

According to some reports, Europe was the place to go for your summer getaway this year. Whether you have been there recently, or long ago, some cities capture your heart. These small maps would also make a great gift!

1895 - Venice (Italy) - Antique Map

1895 - Naples (Italy) - Antique Map

1895 - Antwerp or Anvers (Belgium) - Antique Map

1895 - Berlin (Germany) - Antique Map

1895 - Florence (Italy) - Antique Map

Town Maps of Fulton and Montgomery Counties, NY

We are continuing to add more maps of Northeast towns. This batch includes towns in Montgomery and Fulton Counties, NY. Town maps such as these were made for tax purposes and include property owners names at the time. We have towns in MA, VT, CT, RI, DE, NY, NJ, and more!

1868 - The city of Johnstown (New York) - Antique Map

1868 - Outline map of Fulton County, New York - Antique Map

1868 - Outline map of Montgomery County, New York - Antique Map

More Antique Postcards are now Online!

If you have visited our store, you know that we have a large collection of antique postcards for New England, New York, and New Jersey. We simply don't have the ability to put them all online, but, thanks to Danielle, we have added a small selection to the website. Aren't these great? If you love antique postcards, we hope you will be able to stop by sometime to browse the full collection!

1907-1914 - Nauset Three Lights, Eastham, Mass. Antique Postcard

1930-1940 - Summer Cottages, West Short, North Eastham, Mass. Antique Postcard

1915-1930 - Eastham Filling Station, Eastham, Cape Cod Mass. Antique Postcard

We wish we could highlight every newly-added map, chart, and print and give each one its moment in the spotlight, but unfortunately it just isn't possible. Here are a few more noteworthy, recently-added items you don't want to miss!

1848 - Map of the Country Between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans… shewing the proposed route of a Rail Road… - Antique Map

1930 - The Map of Old Cape Cod - Framed Antique Map

1876 - The Centennial - Balloon View of the Grounds (Philadelphia) - Antique Map

Our shop is currently operating on summer hours!

Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm.

Sundays 12pm - 5pm.

You can shop online any day, any time: mapsofantiquity.com 

Or give us a call at: 508-945-1660

If you or your loved-ones need accommodations, send them to our converted 18th century farmhouse, Chatham Guest Rooms. We have been very well reviewed on TripAdvisor!

Take an Autumn trip to Cape Cod and enjoy the beaches, restaurants, walking trails, and nearby bike path while the weather is still lovely and the crowds are more reasonable! Drive around the Cape visiting antique stores, mom & pop shops, and old timey general stores. Chatham is a wonderful place to stay to experience all the Cape has to offer!



Our Guest Rooms calendar is filling up for Fall. Book now to avoid disappointment!

Book your stay now at Chatham Guest Rooms! The rates are reasonable and you will be staying in the building that is home to Maps of Antiquity! You can pop in to look at maps quite easily during business hours. We rent rooms year 'round!