Happy Spring! The Vernal Equinox has come, which means that from now until September, the days will be longer than the nights. We know we aren't the only ones basking in every bit of sunshine we can find and looking forward to warmer days ahead!

It is delightful to see the crocus blooming and the daffodils beginning to emerge! These are the first flowers of the year! We hope Spring will bring you much delight as the world bursts into bloom!

Below, we shall highlight some exciting new maps, but you can always visit our Newly Listed Maps section to see everything from the past month or so. We have a Great Maps - Super Deals category that offers our discounted items. And don't forget that we also have a category specifically for maps under $100!

If you are looking for something specific, we recommend using the search function or the "Filter By" function on the left side above the listings to search within a category.

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An Olmsted Map of Boston's Environs

A scarce map of Boston and its environs reflecting the work of Frederick Law Olmsted and the Metropolitan Park Commission. This map was prepared for the Metropolitan Park Commission, under the direction of Olmsted, Olmsted and Eliot, by Geo. W. Stadley & Co. and published with permission by the Appalachian Mountain Club. It shows areas of dense population, as well as forested areas and Public Reservations such as Blue Hills and Middlesex Fells.

Coast Survey Charts

We have been on a mission to list as many of our Coast Survey charts as we can, and we keep finding more! Here are the highlights of our most recent batch.

1852 - Reconnoissance [sic] of the Passes of the Delta of the Mississippi (River), Louisiana - Antique Map

1852 - Sketch J No. 2 Showing the Progress of the Survey of San Francisco Bay and Vicinity Section X From 1850 to 1852 - Antique Map

1855 - B No. 3, Showing the progressive changes in Sandy Hook from 1779 to 1855 - Antique Map

1855 - Northeast Coast - Sketch B Showing the Progress of the Survey in Section II - Antique Map

1855 - Reconnaissance of Doboy Bar and Inlet, Georgia - Antique Map

Des Barres' Chart of Plymouth Bay

The Atlantic Neptune is a monumental four volume atlas which was the most important collection of maps, charts and views of North America published in the eighteenth century. It was created by Colonel Joseph Frederick Wallet Des Barres. The fourth volume covered the coast of New England, including Plymouth in Massachusetts.

1779 circa - Des Barres' Chart of Plymouth Bay - Antique Map

George W. Eldridge's Chart C

One of our most desirable charts is back in stock! George W. Eldridge's Chart C covers Nantucket Sound, Vineyard Sound, and Chatham Bay. This stunning example is in original condition- it survived over 100 years hidden inside the wall of an old house. It has some of the best back labels we have ever seen.

1904 - Geo. W. Eldridge's Chart C, Vineyard Sound Lt. Ship to Chatham - Antique Chart

California as an Island

This map shows California as an island, a large Terra Esonis Incognita to the northwest, a large Spanish Florida, a mysterious landmass near Tierra del Fuego, a river with a series of lakes that connect the Gulf of Mexico and the Straits of Anian and Pacific Ocean, Quivira (the legendary city of gold), an interesting representation of the Great Lakes, a series of imaginary islands in the Pacific, and the Solomon Islands much larger and closer to South America. A truly fascinating map to study!

1730 - America verfertiget von John George Schreibern in Leipzig - Antique Map

Lighthouse District Maps!

These are a favorite among our customers and we are excited to have been able to restock almost all of them! These charts show all lighthouses, lightships, and the arcs of illumination for major lights. Each chart includes a key to the kind and color of light, such as Fixed Red, Flashing White, etc.

1890 - Lighthouses of the Northwest - Thirteenth L.H. District - Antique Map

1902 - Lighthouses of Maine (larger size) - Antique Map

1899 - Eleventh L.H. District (Part of Great Lakes Lighthouse Districts) - Antique Map

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!

1712 circa - Gloster City, Tho. Brown Esq. Alderman (Gloucester, England) - Antique Map

1961 - A Map of Long Island - Antique Pictorial Map

1852 - Duck Shooting on the Potomac - Antique Map

1852 - Plaza and Cathedral of Lima, Peru, Convent of San Francisco at Lima Peru - Antique Map

1786 circa - Carte de la Virginie et du Mariland - Antique Map

1853 - The Mosque of St. Sophia and the Marine Arsenal, Constantinople - Antique Map

Chatham and Monomoy Chart 1880 - Reproduction

Our shop is currently operating on winter hours!

Tuesday- Saturday 10am - 5pm.

Closed Sundays and Mondays until May.

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!

Need a relaxing getaway? Look no further. Our bright and sunny Main Suite has a full kitchen, a sitting room, and custom cabinetry. The East Room is a charming home-base for Spring adventures- there's plenty still to do here in Winter and early Spring! If the weather is cooperating, you can take a long walk on the beach or on the bike path. 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 already filling up for Summer! 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!