Category: 20th century cartography

Refined by: (Author) Cynthia Smith; (Year) 2025

A map of Switzerland printed on cloth with a decorative border of the national flower.

Maps on Fabric: A Selection of Textile Cartography

August 27, 2025

The Library of Congress holds an extensive collection of maps that have been printed, drawn and embroidered on cloth. This post features a few examples of textile maps held in the Geography and Map Division.

Posted in: 19th century cartography, 20th century cartography, 21st century cartography, American History, Asian History, European History, Military History

A diagram showing volcanic rock formations in the Monterey District of Pennsylvania.

Florence Bascom and her Contributions to the Field of Geology

May 15, 2025

Posted by: Cynthia Smith

Florence Bascom broke barriers in the 19th century as a leading geologist of her time. This post discusses her life and career with the United States Geological Survey including the geologic maps she made which are in the Geography and Map Division collections.

Posted in: 19th century cartography, 20th century cartography, Biography, Women's History

Refined by: (Author) Cynthia Smith; (Year) 2025