Maps, Property, and
Land Records
Knowing the lay of the land during your genealogical research is so important. The Iredell County of 1788 looked very different from the Iredell County of 1847 when it was splitting off to form Alexander County. Both of those versions look even more different than the present-day Iredell. Knowing how much land your ancestors owned can tell you a lot about them. Sometimes, land records can tell you that your family ran a large farm or were wealthy. Many deeds also list landmarks on properties that can help create a picture of what the area looked like at the time.
Online Resources
Additional Online Resources
Sanborn Digital Maps- Fire insurance maps are useful tools when conducting genealogical research. They can show businesses, dwellings, and services located in certain cities. The library's collection includes Statesville (1885-1950) and Mooresville (1902-1950).
Iredell County GIS Mapping- The GIS system includes tax mapping data, zoning, fire, topo, and elections maps as well as other important geographic data.
Guide to Finding Land Before 1964 (Register of Deeds)- Finding land records from 1788-1964.
The Formation of the North Carolina Counties 1663-1943 (Iredell chapter, NC Digital Collections)
History of the Lord Granville Land Grants (NCPedia)- Free online resource
Microfilm
Land Entries (Register of Deeds, 1789-1905)
Indexes
Iredell County Land Grants 1753-1793- The Genealogical Society of Iredell County has scanned copies of the original Lord Granville grants. Most are from Rowan County (prior to 1788). The indexes are alphabetical by surname. If you find your ancestor in the index, the copies can be viewed at the library.
Maps, Surveys, and Blueprints 1922-1989- The Genealogical Society of Iredell County has multiple surveys and blueprints in their collection. These have been indexed and are available to view upon request at the library.
Local History Room Maps- The following indexes show what is available to view and where it is located in the Local History Room.
Iredell County Historic Properties Commission- This organization operated in the 1980s and 1990s to try and preserve historic landmarks, houses, and cemeteries in the county. Some of their documentation efforts can be relevant to our researchers.
Videos
Books and Print Resources
Researching Historical Properties in Iredell County- Available in the Local History Room
Inventory of Historic Architecture, Iredell County, North Carolina
William Sharpe Map 1773- There is an accompanying index available in the Local History Room.
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