Map of Canals and Railroads in Pennsylvania, circa 1837

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Artifact Overview

This copperplate engraving illustrates the travel and transportation system of Pennsylvania about 1836-1838. The map shows the railroads, large and small roads, and canals that crisscrossed the landscape.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Print (Visual work)

Subject Date

1836-1838

Creator Notes

Engraved by J. Yeager; published by S.C. Atkinson.

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

82.129.784

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Copper engraving (Printing process)

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 9 in
Width: 11.5 in

Map of Canals and Railroads in Pennsylvania, circa 1837