David Rumsey Historical Map Collection

The David Rumsey Historical Map Collection is one of the world's largest private map collections. It has some 150,000 maps and cartographic items. The collection was created by David Rumsey who, after making his fortune in real estate, focused on collecting 18th- and 19th century maps of North and South America, as this era "saw the rise of modern cartography." The website also has a blog listing new additions to the collection, featured maps, news, videos, and related sites.

David Rumsey Historical Map Collection

The David Rumsey Historical Map Collection is one of the world's largest private map collections. It has some 150,000 maps and cartographic items. The collection was created by David Rumsey who, after making his fortune in real estate, focused on collecting 18th- and 19th century maps of North and South America, as this era "saw the rise of modern cartography." The website also has a blog listing new additions to the collection, featured maps, news, videos, and related sites.