Medford, MA 1880
Beautifully designed. Printed on archival paper for modern walls.
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This vintage map of Medford, Massachusetts was created in 1880 and drawn on stone by O.H. Bailey & Co. of Boston. This restored edition brings the historic Medford map to life while preserving the original linework and the winding Mystic River, the tree-lined streets, mills, churches, and the rolling hills that frame the town.
About This Historic Map
Drawn from an elevated bird's-eye perspective, this map presents Medford in the 1880s, when the area was shaped by its riverfront industry, churches and schools, and residential neighborhoods. The view sweeps across the whole town, following the curve of the Mystic River past clustered brick buildings downtown and outward to the farms and open countryside beyond.
Notable landmarks shown on the map include the Town Hall, the Public Library, the High School, the Congregational Church, the Universalist Church, the Methodist Church, the Baptist Church, the St. Mary's Catholic Church, and the B. & M. R.R. Station, along with many of the historic roads and neighborhoods that shaped life around Medford in the era.
For anyone who grew up in Medford, walked its streets along the Mystic River, or traces their family roots to this old New England town, this map is more than a historic view. It captures the church steeples, the riverfront mills, and the quiet residential lanes, and the memories that keep families connected to Medford.
A statement piece for any room, this reproduction is printed using KNOWOL's restored version of the 1880 Medford map, preserving the historic character of the original while adding depth, warmth, and visual clarity. It makes a meaningful addition to a home, office, library, den, family room, or local history collection.
Amazing old map of Medford, Massachusetts from 1880: see the history behind this piece in the KNOWOL library, with old photographs and the story of the town.
The Details
About This Print
🌲 Gallery-Quality Materials: Archival matte paper and optional solid, sustainably sourced Ayous wood frame.
✨ Shatterproof Protection: Crystal-clear Acrylite shield blocks glare and resists damage.
🛠️ Ready to Hang: Arrives at your door fully assembled and ready for the wall.
📦 Fast & Safe Shipping: Securely packaged to ensure flawless delivery.
Materials & Craftsmanship
The Unframed Print
Carefully restored from the original artwork and reproduced using gallery-quality, fade-resistant inks. Printed on heavyweight, museum-grade archival paper, this is the ideal choice if you prefer to use your own custom frame. KNOWOL reproductions are beautifully restored works of art.
The Framed Upgrade
Crafted from solid Ayous wood sourced from renewable forests, a sustainable, exotic timber that is lightweight and incredibly warp-resistant. Featuring a sleek 0.75″ profile in your choice of finish. Protected by premium Acrylite. Unlike cheap, heavy glass, our Acrylite is shatterproof, exceptionally clear, and lightweight, ensuring your vintage map is protected for decades to come. All framing components are ethically sourced from Japan and the US. Framed prints arrive fully assembled with hanging hardware included. No frame shop, no assembly, no second trips.
Shipping & Delivery
Free U.S. Shipping: All orders ship 100% free within the United States.
Unframed Prints: Carefully rolled and shipped in a heavy-duty, crush-resistant mailing tube.
Framed Prints: Shipped in custom-built protective packaging engineered specifically to keep the frame corners and Acrylite cover in flawless condition during transit.
Turnaround Time: Most orders ship within 3–5 business days and arrive at your door within 7–10 business days.
Returns & Quality Guarantee
Because every piece is custom-printed and framed to order exactly to your specifications, we are unable to accept returns or exchanges for a change of mind or sizing issues. However, we stand 100% behind our craftsmanship. If your art arrives damaged in transit or has a visible defect, email us a photo within 30 days and we will immediately expedite a flawless replacement. Quality guaranteed: the KNOWOL standard.