Explorers & Ice Routes — Arctic Regions Wall Map (1925)

A bold, polar portrait from the heroic age of exploration. Published by National Geographic in November 1925 to accompany “The MacMillan Arctic Expedition Returns,” this sheet charts the far north with crisp detail—explorers’ routes, coastlines and islands, and key polar place names. Issued as the world was discovering aviator-explorer Richard E. Byrd, it’s a time-capsule of Arctic discovery for wall display and close study alike.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This isn’t just wall art—it’s a record of how the Arctic was traced and tested by early expeditions. Follow plotted routes across ice and sea, compare coastlines, and read the north as explorers did. Ideal for educators, historians, designers, polar aficionados, and collectors, it stands alone beautifully and pairs perfectly with earlier North Pole editions for a comparative 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 reference 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 wood grain; top cord for effortless hanging—elegant in any setting. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

Specifications

Why Choose This Map

✔ Heroic-Age Snapshot: Routes and regions from a pivotal moment in Arctic exploration.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Strong wall presence with serious reference value.
✔ Polar Perspective: Clear, legible polar layout for quick orientation and route tracing.
✔ Archive-True 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.

Chart the far north in classic style. Order the Arctic Regions (1925) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.