Not in New York, but in the 1740s as a result of a suggestion by Benjamin Franklin Popple's huge map of North America was hung in Pennsylvania's assembly room.  The depiction of New York on this map is interesting.  It was still hanging there in 1776, as noted by John Adams in a letter to his wife.  Adams also wrote to her that the Board of War was collecting maps and was hanging the collection in the War Office. 
 
 
In a message dated 6/6/2007 11:03:11 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [log in to unmask] writes:

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Subject: [NYHIST-L] Maps in Public Buildings

 

I am investigating the distribution and use of maps in New York between 1750 - 1830.  One of the subjects that interests me is the extent to which maps were displayed at that time in public buildings, such as taverns, libraries, museums, and courthouses.  Does anyone know of  specific instances of maps being put on public display at that time?  Any information at all would be helpful.

 

David Allen

Encinitas, CA


 



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