Georeferencing Historic Maps

for Fun and Profit

Jim Barry  @JimBarry

Solution Engineer, Esri

Tips and Tricks

• Zoom in as close as you can
• More points, better, esp older maps

• Bridges
• Old major intersections
• Corners of parks, like Columbus Circle
• Lighthouses
• Stay away from shorelines

 

 

 

 

 

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Thanks!!

 

 

 

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