This guide is organized by the different types of maps available in Archives and Special Collections and, to a lesser extent, the Mansfield Library's general collection and other online resources. Use the tabs above or the links below to navigate this guide.

• How to Use Maps
• How to Locate Maps
• How to Read Map Call Numbers
• Montana and Missoula Maps
  
• Sanborn Maps
• Historic Maps
• Topo, Geologic, and Fire Maps
• GIS Maps
• Aerial Photos
• Further Research and Citation

These resources created by U.S. Geological Survey and the National Park Service provide information on how to use map apps such as Avenza to convert geospatial data into pdfs on your mobile device for easier access.

PDF Maps for Smartphones and Tablets

Using U.S. Topo and Historic Topo Maps on Mobile Devices

This guide is for people who want to learn more about maps and find maps in Archives and Special Collections, the Mansfield Library, and online. You will find the following information and resources in this guide:

• Learn how and why to use maps
• Learn how to find maps by reading call numbers and using library tools and other resources.
• Locate historic and current maps of Montana and the Northwestern United States.
• Locate historic and current maps of the rest of the United States.
• Access thousands of digitized maps held by other institutions.

Campus plans are more than just intricate drawings showing the layout of the university. They have information about land purchases, private property, landscaping, building location and much more. Archives and Special Collections has campus plans from 1895 to 1971. To view the plans, visit Archives and Special Collections. Some of these plans and drawings have been digitized and are available to view on ScholarWorks.

Create interactive maps by using one or more of these free, open-source options.