The Local Studies Library holds a large collection of historical maps & plans. These include parish maps, land subdivision & real estate plans, & architectural & engineering plans.

Map of Newcastle, New South Wales by Mahlstedt & Gee, 1886.

Map of Newcastle, New South Wales by Mahlstedt & Gee, 1886.
This map shows the footprints of buildings in the vicinity of Hunter, King & Church Streets, Newcastle. Included are the names of some buildings & property owners.
Streets included on the map are Hunter Street, King Street, Church Street, Bolton Street, Newcomen Street, Watt Street, Wolfe Street & Perkins Street.

Some of the collections are:

The archive of the architects Pitt & Merewether who designed many commercial buildings in Newcastle as well as many of Newcastle’s hotels. Historical council plans of the City of Newcastle, and Creer & Berkeley subdivision plans.

Search the Library’s catalogue to locate the maps & plans which are available.

Some maps & plans have been digitized and are available through Hunter Photo Bank.