Directory of Collecting Resources

Information on the hobby of Map Collecting.

Subcategories

Big Map Blog

http://www.bigmapblog.com/
A collection of historical maps at very large resolution. US only.
Cool Maps

http://cool-maps.blogspot.com/
A personal online collection of strange and unusual maps.
David Rumsey Map Collection

http://www.davidrumsey.com/
Database and blog from a private collection of historic maps. Focus is 18th and 19th c. North and South America cartographic materials.
Hipkiss' Scanned Old Maps

http://www.hipkiss.org/data/maps.html
Scans of maps and charts from various historical books.
International Antiquarian Mapsellers Association

http://www.antiquemapdealers.com/
The IAMA's main purpose is to promote the professional trade of antiquarian, collectible maps and related books combined with promoting public interest, appreciation and education with respect to antiquarian maps.
International Map Collectors Society

http://www.imcos.org/
London-based organization for those interested in maps, including collectors, dealers, librarians, and academics. Activities overview, events calendar, journal, library, and resources.
Road Map Collectors Association

http://www.roadmaps.org/
RMCA is a group of road map collectors throughout North America and Great Britain.
Tribe: Map Lovers

http://maplovers.tribe.net/
Forum and community for those who enjoy old maps, topographical maps, road maps, atlases, GIS, online mapping tools.

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