Description

Rand McNally’s large format 1891 County and Railroad Map of Texas offers a richly detailed snapshot of the state during the late 19th century, highlighting county boundaries and the rapidly expanding railroad network that helped shape Texas’s economic growth. At a time when railroads were essential to commerce and migration, the map illustrates how rail lines connected major cities, rural counties, and emerging trade routes across the state.

This historic Texas railroad map features three informative and visually engaging insets:

1. Texas, the Empire State – A comparative overview positioning Texas against other U.S. states, emphasizing its vast land area, export capacity, and taxation levels to underscore its economic significance.
2. Texas – A promotional narrative typical of the era, celebrating the state’s natural resources, agricultural potential, and investment opportunities, reflecting 19th-century boosterism and efforts to attract settlers.
3. The New Capitol of Texas – A detailed illustration of the Texas State Capitol building, accompanied by a chart showing annual rainfall statistics.

The large format print measures 30" x 30", including a clean white border, while the actual printed map area is 27.5” x 27.5”. Each print ships rolled in a sturdy cardboard tube, ready for framing.

This print is an invaluable resource for historians, collectors, and anyone interested in Texas history, railroad development, or antique maps.

*This purchase is for the print only – does not include frame

NOTE: This wall map is printed on-demand and cannot be modified, cancelled, or refunded once the order has been placed. Gift wrapping is not available.

Maps will ship in cardboard tubes via USPS. Express shipping is not available. Because these items ship directly from the vendor, please allow an additional 5-7 days for delivery.