MAPS
Explore Maps: Estate map of the Pineapple Estate, Kangaroo Point, Brisbane, Queensland. Image No. 758873
The map collection at the State Library of Queensland provides cartographic coverage of the world, with a major emphasis on Queensland and Australia. The collection includes topographic, cadastral, hydrographic and orthophoto sheet maps, as well as a unique and extensive range of historic maps and early real estate maps. Atlases, globes and street directories from around the world are also collected.
Real estate maps
This is an extensive, unique and valuable series of original maps and plans created by real estate firms. The collection includes more than a thousand maps ranging in date from the 1850s to the mid 1900s. Above: Map of Sea-Spray Estate at Woody Point, Redcliffe, Queensland. Image No. 143004 |
Queensland maps
Queensland maps in all their forms are comprehensively collected. Above: Bird's-eye view of Brisbane, 19th century |
Early Australian maps
These maps show the European discovery and early exploration of Australasia, ranging in date from the mid 1500s to the early 1900s. Above: Australia, 185-?, map drawn and engraved by J. Rapkin, illustrations by J. Marchant and engraved by J.B. Allen. Call No. RBM 804 185- 17740 E |
Mapping your family
The map collection includes Queensland parish and cadastral maps, as well as other national and international maps which may open the way to locating your family's place in the world. Above: Early settler's cottage belonging to the Bradley family, Redland Bay, ca. 1892. Image No. 16056 |
How do I access items in this collection?
Access at the State Library of Queensland
- Find items in the collection via our One Search catalogue.
- Browse Levels 2, 3 and 4 or request items from onsite ‘Closed Access’ storage with your e-services card. If you order Closed Access items via the One Search catalogue ahead of your visit, items should be waiting for you when you arrive. You can order up to 3 days in advance. See delivery times for more information.
- Use our e-collections computers on level 2 to search the library’s catalogue; to search our databases for electronic journal, magazine and newspaper articles and to view images and manuscripts from our collection. These e-collections computers do not need to be booked and have no time limits on their use.
- You can also access our electronic resources via the State Library’s free wireless service if you have a laptop. Check our Info Guide on how to access wireless for details.
Access offsite
- You can access selected offsite databases to search for electronic journal, magazine and newspaper articles. You will be prompted to login with your e-services card or QPL account.
- Some State Library items are available for loan to other libraries. Contact your local library for information about interlibrary loan and copy services.
Search our collections
Related links
- The Map Collection digital story
- More about the Map collection
- More about Historical Map collection
- Map ebooks (May require login)
External Links
Last updated: 16th November 2011
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