Interstates, Relief & Alaska Scale — United States of America Wall Map (1993)
A snapshot of America in the early ’90s, rendered with clarity and restraint. Published by National Geographic in September 1993 (updating the September 1987 edition), this U.S. sheet blends classic National Geographic colour with thousands of place names, expressive relief shading, and a refined transportation layer. Elegant insets for Alaska (including a landmass comparison to the contiguous 48) and Hawai‘i (both the main islands and the full chain) complete a design that’s as informative as it is beautiful—made to study, admire, and display.
More Than a Map – A Testament to History
This isn’t just wall art—it’s the nation’s modern network at a glance. Read Interstates and major roads, trace rivers and lakes, scan mountain ranges and elevations, and note ocean depth soundings along the coasts. Ideal for educators, planners, historians, designers, and collectors, it pairs perfectly with 1970s and 1980s U.S. maps for a compelling timeline display.
Hang it in studios, libraries, classrooms, museums, offices, or at home to invite reflection, study, and conversation.
Premium Materials & Finishes
We treat history with the respect it deserves. That’s why we offer multiple formats, each produced using high-quality materials and modern archival printing.
🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival-grade paper.
Smooth matte finish reduces glare and preserves fine linework and labels.
Ideal for framing under glass—clean, timeless, and built to last.
💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate using true thermal bonding—not just surface lamination.
Moisture-resistant, wipe-clean surface—perfect for classrooms and high-traffic spaces.
Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with a fitted hanging cord—ready to display. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)
🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on heavyweight 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas for rich texture and exceptional strength.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks deliver deep tone and crisp typography that endure for generations.
Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered to enhance the grain; top cord for effortless hanging—elegant in any setting. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)
Specifications
Feature |
Details |
Title |
United States of America Wall Map |
Series |
National Geographic single-sheet U.S. map |
Original Publication |
1993 (September; update to the September 1987 U.S. map) |
Scale |
Not specified |
Cartographic Content |
All 50 states; thousands of place names incl. capitals, cities & towns; relief-shaded mountain ranges; Interstates & major roads; rivers, lakes, elevations; ocean depth soundings; Alaska inset with landmass comparison; dual Hawai‘i insets (main islands & full chain) |
Map Size |
1080 mm (W) × 748 mm (H) |
Available Formats |
Paper, Laminated, Canvas |
Paper Weight |
160gsm archival-quality |
Laminate |
2 × 80-micron gloss laminate sheets (encapsulated) |
Canvas Weight |
395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
Inks |
Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
Optional Hang Rails |
Available on Laminated & Canvas (lead time up to 10 working days)
|
Origin |
Made in Australia |
Why Choose This Map
✔ Era-True Snapshot: America’s networks and landscapes as mapped in 1993.
✔ Layered Insight: Interstates, terrain, and ocean soundings in one cohesive design.
✔ Smart Insets: Alaska landmass comparison plus clear Hawai‘i main-islands and full-chain views.
✔ Clarity at Scale: Classic National Geographic styling with dense, readable detail.
✔ Archival Craft: Premium substrates and inks preserve contrast, labels, and linework for decades.
Our Commitment
We believe that preserving history is as important as telling it. Every map is printed locally in Australia using state-of-the-art technology, carefully checked by hand, and packed with care. From the moment it leaves our workshop to the day it hangs on your wall, we ensure quality you can trust and a legacy you’ll be proud to share.
See the United States at the close of the 20th century. Order the United States of America (1993) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.