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Announcing SotM 2026 Travel Grant Program | OpenStreetMap Blog The State of the Map Organizing Committee provides a Travel Grant Programme (TGP) to facilitate accessibility and diversity at the global SotM 2026 Conference, which will happen in Paris, France,…

Would you struggle to attend State of the Map (@sotm) the annual OpenStreetMap conference? There is a Travel Grant Program to provide funds! Apply today!

blog.openstreetmap.org/2026/02/03/a...
#OpenStreetMap #OSM #SotM #SotM2026

26.02.2026 12:01 — 👍 9 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0

‘And Then the Bots Came’ (AI) Bots Ate My Map Tiles: In which Gary Gale discovers that his Vaguely Rude Places Map’s 200K-map-tiles-per-month plan is no match for the hammering delivered by AI crawlers.

(AI) Bots Ate My Map Tiles: In which Gary Gale discovers that his Vaguely Rude Places Map’s 200K-map-tiles-per-month plan is no match for the hammering delivered by AI crawlers.

26.02.2026 14:32 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

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Virtual "Map & Yap" meetup is happening TONIGHT, Feb 26th, at 6pm. Anyone is welcome, we hope to see you there! 🗺️

https://cwm.zoom.us/j/81451882713

26.02.2026 15:44 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 1

Meet the History of Cartography Project’s Managing Editor A short interview with Jude Leimer, who joined the History of Cartography Project in 1981 (!) and has served as managing editor for every single volume. (That’s a lot of institutional memory.)

A short interview with Jude Leimer, who joined the History of Cartography Project in 1981 (!) and has served as managing editor for every single volume. (That’s a lot of institutional memory.)

26.02.2026 16:08 — 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

OpenHistoricalMap in North America Join the OpenHistoricalMap team OSM US’s first Mappy Hour of 2026 on Wednesday, March 4th from 8 - 9 pm Eastern. This Mappy Hour kicks off the first of regular online gatherings for the OHM community ...

Mappers in or of North America, join us on March 4 for a #MappyHour hosted by @osmus.bsky.social! RSVP today:

openstreetmap.us/events/mappy...

21.02.2026 23:15 — 👍 3 🔁 3 💬 1 📌 0

OSM Malawi Monthly Talks Thursday, February 26

This month, OpenStreetMap Malawi hosts a powerful conversation on: North–South Knowledge Exchange in Open Mapping: Learning from OSM US

Thursday, 26 February 2026
18:00 – 19:00 CAT

Meeting Link: us06web.zoom.us/j/8464794921...
Meeting ID: 846 4794 9218
Passcode: 537682

25.02.2026 17:01 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Good news to share in the OSM US February newsletter:

💗 Mapping USA recap
💗 OHM Fundraiser & Mappy Hour
💗 State of the Map US

🔗 shorturl.at/t5miC

#OpenStreetMap #OSM #opendata #mapping #geospatial #GIS

24.02.2026 20:00 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

State of the Map US 2025 in Boston was a blast! Meet us in Madison for #SOTMUS2026 and continue the fun 😊

Tickets, including one-day passes, are on sale now: openstreetmap.us/events/state...

#OpenStreetMap #opendata #geospatial #coolestmappingparty #GIS #mapping #opensource #OSM #StateoftheMapUS

19.02.2026 21:00 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

State of the Map US Call for proposals Deadline: Feb 16th at 11:59 pm

For those who work well under pressure, the clock is ticking! Get your SotM US talk submissions in by 11:59 ET tonight!

🔗 sessionize.com/state-of-the...

#StateoftheMapUS #OpenStreetMap #OSM #underpressure #deadline #SOTMUS2026

16.02.2026 23:16 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Really cool work from our friends at @maprva.org

16.02.2026 14:30 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Support our friends at OpenHistoricalMap!

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16.02.2026 14:28 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

⌛️ Weekends get busy. Make sure to carve out some time to submit your presentation proposal for State of the Map US before the Feb. 16th deadline! We can't wait to read your submissions!

🔗 sessionize.com/state-of-the...

#SOTMUS #OSM #OpenStreetMap #StateoftheMapUS #SOTMUS2026

14.02.2026 19:00 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Thank you, AllTrails, for your continued investment in the work of OSM US as a Technical Member!

#ThankfulThursday #OpenStreetMap #opendata #trails #trailsafety #responsiblerecreation #GIS #mapping #geospatial #AllTrails

12.02.2026 16:30 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Join OSM US!

Our members make a difference! When you join OSM US, you help support a vibrant community of mappers.

Memberships start at just $20 a year.

Join today! 🔗 openstreetmap.app.neoncrm.com/forms/indivi...

11.02.2026 22:55 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

OSM US microgrants

Did you know that OSM US Microgrants are now available on a rolling basis?

#OpenStreetMap US Microgrants empower OSM US members by funding the events, travel, and educational initiatives that strengthen the OpenStreetMap community across the U.S.

Learn more: openstreetmap.us/get-involved...

11.02.2026 16:16 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

The call for proposals for State of the Map US closes on Feb. 16th! We invite you to share your presentation ideas here: sessionize.com/state-of-the...

Looking for inspiration? Check out the recorded talks from previous conferences: openstreetmap.us/events/talks/

#SOTMUS #opendata #GIS #OSM

10.02.2026 22:55 — 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

Foundation/Local Chapters/United States/Elections/2026 - OpenStreetMap Wiki OpenStreetMap US is governed by a board of directors made up of five volunteer individuals. Two of the five positions are up for election in 2026. You can learn more about current board members on…

Time is running out! Nominations for the Board of Directors election end February 8th. Learn more in this blog post: openstreetmap.us/news/2026/01...

Ready to nominate yourself or a friend? Go to the wiki and add your name: wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Foundat...

06.02.2026 22:55 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Mapping USA 2026 A free virtual conference featuring two days of talks and workshops on all things OpenStreetMap.

Thanks for joining us for #MappingUSA last weekend! Good news: videos are up: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

#OpenStreetMap #MappingUSA #opendata #mapping #GIS #geospatial

05.02.2026 22:55 — 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0

⌛️ Time's running out to apply for the #SOTMUS fellowship! Get your applications in by Friday, Feb. 6th! Details here: openstreetmap.us/news/2026/01...

#OpenStreetMap #StateoftheMapUS #Madison #geospatial #opendata #conference #GIS

05.02.2026 15:55 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

State of the Map US Fellowships are due this Friday, Feb. 6th! Get all the details in this blog post: openstreetmap.us/news/2026/01...

#StateoftheMapUS #SOTMUS #OpenStreetMap

03.02.2026 21:00 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Mapping USA 2026 Mapping USA is a virtual conference series run by OpenStreetMap US. It’s an event featuring a few days of talks, workshops, mapping parties, networking, and all things OpenStreetMap. Attend from…

Today's the day for #MappingUSA! Check your inbox for the Zoom invite link. We kick off at 2 pm ET.

Forgot to register? Do it quick here: openstreetmap.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/o...

#MappingUSA #OpenStreetMap #GIS #opendata #mapping

30.01.2026 13:00 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

Nominations for the OSM US Board of Directors Deadline: Feb 8

Nominations for the OSM US Board of Directors are open! If you are looking for a way to get involved in the open source mapping community, here's your chance!

Get the details: openstreetmap.us/news/2026/01...

Elections wiki: wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Foundat...

#OpenStreetMap

29.01.2026 21:00 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

OSM US January 2026 newsletter

🤓 Lots to share in the OSM US January newsletter:

❄️ Mapping USA
❄️ State of the Map US
❄️ New member: Overture Maps
❄️ OSM US Board elections

Get all the details 🔗 openstreetmap.app.neoncrm.com/np/viewEmail...

#MappingUSA #StateoftheMapUS #OpenStreetMap

27.01.2026 19:00 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Nominations for the 2026 Board Elections Open January 26! It’s election season at OpenStreetMap US! We are seeking two mapping enthusiasts to fill the open seats. Nominations for the OpenStreetMap US Board of Directors will open on Monday, January 26, 2026.…

Nominations for the OpenStreetMap US Board of Directors are now open! We are seeking two mapping enthusiasts to fill the open seats. If you are interested in running, check out this blog post: openstreetmap.us/news/2026/01...

#OpenStreetMap #OSM #nonprofit #boardservice #volunteer #opendata

26.01.2026 23:00 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

Historical Mapping with OpenHistoricalMap, OldInsuranceMaps.net, and Yesterdays From georeferencing historical Sanborn fire insurance maps on OldInsuranceMaps.net, to georeferencing historical photographs, to mapping through time on OpenHistoricalMap, we’ll share demos and how to...

Nice workshop on georeferencing coming up Jan 31 w/ @oldinsurancemaps.net @openhistoricalmap.org & more as a part of the @osmus.bsky.social virtual conference - openstreetmap.us/events/mappi...

15.01.2026 10:23 — 👍 10 🔁 10 💬 2 📌 2

Overture Membership Overture Maps Foundation is the latest organization to become a supporter of OpenStreetMap US, as an Organizational Member at the Strategic level.Overture creates and distributes reliable,…

Welcome to our latest member, bsky.app/profile/over...! This membership is a step towards supporting the associated maintenance and overhead costs of OSM US tooling, namely MapRoulette, which is now a program of OSM US. Learn more in this blog post: openstreetmap.us/news/2026/01...

#OpenStreetMap

22.01.2026 21:00 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1

Nominations for the 2026 Board Elections Open January 26! It’s election season at OpenStreetMap US! We are seeking two mapping enthusiasts to fill the open seats. Nominations for the OpenStreetMap US Board of Directors will open on Monday, January 26, 2026.…

It’s election season at OpenStreetMap US! We are seeking two mapping enthusiasts to fill the open seats. Nominations for the #OpenStreetMap US Board of Directors will open on Monday, January 26, 2026. If you are interested in running, check out this blog post:

20.01.2026 22:55 — 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

MapRoulette and OSMCha Become OSM US Programs The OSM US Charter Projects program provides a long-term home for significant projects in the OSM ecosystem. MapRoulette and OSMCha have been Charter Projects since 2023, which provided both projects…

After discussing with the creators of OSMCha and MapRoulette, both projects will become OSM US Programs. This transition enables OSM US to allocate a portion of our main budget to support the maintenance and development of both projects.

🔗 openstreetmap.us/news/2026/01...

19.01.2026 18:15 — 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0

Mapping USA 2026 This free virtual conference features two days of talks, workshops, and all things OpenStreetMap.

#MappingUSA kicks off in a few weeks! Join us online January 30th and 31st for our virtual conference featuring lightning talks, workshops, and all things #OSM.

Registration is free. There is a suggested $10 donation for mappers who are not yet OSM US members.

🔗 openstreetmap.us/events/mappi...

16.01.2026 14:01 — 👍 4 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

📣 Calling newcomers and #OSM experts alike: the #SOTMUS2026 call for proposals is open! OSM is powered by diverse projects and innovations from people like you! We welcome proposals about anything OSM, open data, or open source.

Learn more: lnkd.in/e7aPWe6P

Submit your ideas by Feb. 16th!

14.01.2026 15:55 — 👍 2 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0

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