The Vermont Historical Society provides access to a collection of digital Sanborn fire insurance maps from Vermont for the period 1867-ca. 1948 for its members. Members must have a membership number to enter this site. Sanborn maps show detailed footprints of buildings in settled areas of the state; they do not cover rural areas or indicate the names of residents.
IE users: Be sure to add sanborn.umi.com as a "Trusted Source." To do this, take the following steps:
Enter Sanborn Maps Online (VHS Members Only)
Return to VHS site
The VHS library also has a physical collection of Sanborn maps. Come to the library to see these wonderful maps in person!
Go to the Tools menu | Choose Internet Options from the dropdown menu | Click on the Security Tab | Click on the Trusted Sites icon | Click on the Sites button | Uncheck "require server verification" | In the "Add this website" box enter http://sanborn.umi.com | Click on Add button.