September has snuck up on us, with the weather continuing to feel extremely summery (more so than much of August). But some of us are looking forward to the autumnal chill in the air. There is something special about the back-to-school season, don't you agree?

There has been a trend among the younger generations to appreciate various aesthetics, among which academia based styles are quite popular. The style is perfect for autumn, and antique maps and prints fit well into the aesthetic. It is lovely to see our Gen Z customers get excited about antiques!

Just two months left of Wedding Season here in Chatham, with happy couples from near and far tying the knot at one of the many venues on Cape Cod. If you will be attending a wedding this year, perhaps an antique map would be the perfect gift to celebrate the newlyweds' love story. With so many fascinating maps available, you are sure to find the perfect gift!

Colton's US Maps from 1859

These excellent, early Colton maps capture a moment in the creation of the country, when parts of the West were still territories, but states were beginning to take the shapes we know today. The Colton firm refused to compromise quality; all maps were engraved by steel plates rather than by wax engraving which became the most common method used in the US. The quality of the printing and hand-coloring is clear in these great maps.

1859 - Colton's Map of the United States of America

1859 - Colton's Territories of New Mexico and Utah

1859 - Colton's Georgetown and the City of Washington the Capital of the United States of America

1859 - Colton's California

1859 - Colton's North Carolina

1859 - Colton's New Map of the State of Texas compiled from J. De Cordova's large Map

1859 - Colton's New Jersey

Small maps of Tuscany

We have been asked for maps of Tuscany many times in recent years and we are pleased to now have a selection of maps of Tuscan cities and areas. If you have had the pleasure of visiting this part of Italy, you understand the magic of this gorgeous region!

1937 - Firenze, (Florence) Italy

1935 - Siena, Italy

1935 - Toscana (Tuscany), Italy

1935 - Montepulciano, Italy (& vicinity)

1935 - Pisa, Italy

Boston in 1775

This fantastic map from the beginning of the Revolutionary War shows the original shape of Boston with "the neck." Included are Cambridge, Charlestown, Roxbury, Dorchester, Milton, Nahant, Weymouth, Hingham and all the Boston Harbor Islands with early names. Some delightful old spellings on the map include Roxburgh, Quinzey, Bruster, and Charles Town.

1775 - A Plan of the Town and Chart of the Harbour of Boston Exhibiting a View of the Islands, Castle Forts, and Entrances into the said Harbour

Antique Prints of Far Away Places

Our fantastic new employee, Max has continued his journey through our vast collection of unlisted antique prints. The most recent additions include Hong Kong, Tokyo, Jerusalem, Havana, Venice, Melbourne, and more!

1853 - A Bird's Eye View of Ancient Jerusalem, Embracing a Minute Representation of this Sacred City

1855 - View of Hong Kong, China

1854 - Bird's Eye View of the City of Havana

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!

1910 - The Thousand Islands and the River St. Lawrence

1840 - Dublin

1851 - British America

Reproduction on antique paper- Besler Sunflower - Flos Solis maior

Reproduction on antique paper- Besler Tomato and melons - Poma amoris fructu luteo

1940 - Nantucket Island

1697 - Syria - Syriae Sive Soriae Descriptio

1740 - Carte de La Coste D'Arabie, Mer Rouge, et Golfe de Perse

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!