Whitney Ryan
Whitney Ryan
@whitney_ryan
Illustration

Explore History with David Rumsey's Map Collection

  • by Whitney Ryan @whitney_ryan

Discover 131,000 historic maps from the David Rumsey Collection. Explore detailed maps of Earth and imaginary worlds. Download for free now.

David Rumsey's Map Collection, a treasure trove for history enthusiasts and cartography lovers, offers over 131,000 historic maps available for download. This extensive collection spans centuries and covers various regions, providing a unique window into the past.

The David Rumsey Collection
The David Rumsey Collection

About David Rumsey


David Rumsey is a renowned collector and historian of maps. With a background in art history and technology, Rumsey has dedicated his life to preserving and sharing historical cartography. His collection, now accessible to the public, reflects his passion for mapping and the history it reveals.

Highlights of the Collection


Diverse Range of Maps: The collection includes everything from rare 16th-century maps to detailed 19th-century atlases.
High-Quality Downloads: All maps are available in high-resolution, making them perfect for academic research or personal exploration.
User-Friendly Interface: The collection is easily accessible online, with tools to help you navigate and search for specific maps.
The David Rumsey Collection
The David Rumsey Collection

How to Access
To explore and download these maps, visit the David Rumsey Map Collection. You can immerse yourself in the rich cartographic history and discover how the world was viewed through different lenses over the centuries, both real and fictional!

Discover the beauty and intricacy of historical cartography with David Rumsey's collection today!

Check out these other resources on Domestika:
Online Illustration Course, by Domestika
Creative Gameplay Maps: Illustrate a Fantasy World, a course by Andrew Kolb
Drawing Tutorial: How to Make an Illustrated Map in 10 Steps, an article by Domestika

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