Subject and Research Guides: Maps: How to Reference Maps

Citation Generators

Most databases have citation generators that can help you build your map reference.

N.B. These generators are not always accurate. They are a helpful tool to get you started, but you need to double check with your chosen referencing style.

MultiSearch citation generator

Trove citation generator

Referencing Guides

Cartographic (Maps) Citation Guide - University of Melbourne
Citing a Map - National Library of Australia
Citing a Map MLA Style
Harvard Referencing for Maps - RMIT
Harvard Referencing for Maps - James Cook University

Saving Maps in EndNote

EndNote has a Map reference type template with fields specifically designed for citing map resources.

Click on the New Reference icon, and select Map from the Reference Type drop down menu to begin filling in the fields