LibGuides: Anthropology: Maps

Map Archives

Map Databases

Perry-Castañeda Library Map Collection (New Zealand)
The Library Map Collection (PCLMC), comprising more than 350,000 items representing all areas of the world, provides comprehensive cartographic resources to serve constituents within and beyond the university’s walls.
Map Toaster Topo
MapToaster Topo New Zealand is New Zealand's only topographical mapping suite, with options for your computer, GPS, and iPhone/iPad.
Māori Maps
Māori Maps - A marae is both a physical and spiritual location, a collection of buildings and an anchoring to the land, a place where people meet and the community of related people itself.
GeoNet
A network of geophysical instruments, automated software applications and skilled staff to detect, analyse and respond to earthquakes, volcanic activity and large landslides.
Survey and Spatial NZ
We promote growth, innovation and excellence in all facets of surveying and spatial in New Zealand - our vision is to be a globally respected organisation that sustains innovation and excellence for the benefit of our communities.

Hocken Collections - Maps & Plans
15,000 items in the map collection, including maps, plans, charts and atlases, with strong coverage of New Zealand, the Pacific and Antarctica, as well as early world maps. Items date from the 16th century to the present day.
Rayshader
Open Source package for producing 2D and 3D data visualizations in R. Rayshader. Uses elevation data in a base R matrix and a combination of raytracing, hill shading algorithms, and overlays to generate stunning 2D and 3D maps.
GNS - Maps
All current maps published by GNS Science and it's former name the Institute of Geological & Nuclear Sciences are now available.
Open Green Map
Open Green Maps are designed to be explored, customized and enhanced by people like you. You can share your insights, ratings and images or suggest, compare and share sites.
National Geographic Maps
National Geographic has been publishing the best wall maps, travel maps, recreation maps, and atlases for more than a century. Explore more than 800 map titles below and get the maps you need.

Database Search Tips PDF
Two page PDF detailing keyword and boolean search tips, Google Scholar boolean search tips, and reverse citation searching.
Electronic Access Help
If you have any queries about our electronic resources (databases, e-journals or e-books), please contact the library using the form on this web page.
Interloan Service
The Interloan service enables library users to search for items, create requests for items not held in the University of Otago Library, and monitor the progress of those requests.
Scan Request
This video shows how to request a PDF scan of a book section or print journal from any Otago library.