Your Gainesville House Has A History

Step by Step Guide to Researching the Built Environment of Gainesville

Orient Yourself and Visualize the Area

Topographical Maps from the United States Geological Survey (USGS)

TopoView shows the many and varied topographic maps of the nation through history. This series of maps published over a period of time shows how the area looked before development. In Topoview, the oldest topographical maps of Alachua County are from 1890. This will be useful for historical purposes, such as finding the names of natural and cultural features that have changed over time.

Find Snapshots of the Building's Footprint and Materials

Find Current Property Information

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