LED-illuminated map display showing real-time weather data

Transform Physical Maps into Living Art

Live Maps brings your favorite places to life with real-time environmental data displayed on beautiful LED-illuminated maps

What is Live Maps?

A Digital Art Platform

Live Maps is a digital art platform that transforms physical maps into dynamic displays of real-time environmental data through smart LED displays. Each map is a unique piece of functional art that brings your favorite places to life.

Smart LED Displays

Advanced microcontroller technology drives vibrant LED illumination

Real-Time Weather & Marine Data

Live updates from FAA, NWS, NOAA weather stations and marine buoys

Customizable Locations

Choose exactly which locations to display on your map

Professional Design & Construction

Expertly crafted and shipped directly to your door

Live Maps display showing aviation weather conditions across the United States
Aviation weather display with METAR data
Live Maps display showing marine conditions along the coastline
Marine conditions display with buoy data

Features

Everything You Need for Real-Time Data Visualization

Real-Time Data Visualization

See live weather conditions, aviation data (METAR), and marine information displayed on your map. Data updates automatically to show current conditions at your selected locations.

  • Live METAR weather observations
  • Aviation forecasts
  • Marine buoy data
  • Automatic updates every 5-15 minutes

Customizable Locations

Choose exactly which airports, weather stations, or marine locations to display on your map. Create custom location lists tailored to your interests and needs.

  • Select from thousands of weather stations
  • Create multiple location lists
  • Easy-to-use user portal
  • Save and manage favorites

Device Management

Manage your Live Maps devices through our intuitive user portal. Configure settings, update locations, and monitor device status from anywhere.

  • Web-based user portal
  • Remote configuration updates
  • Device status monitoring
  • Over-the-air firmware updates

Multiple Data Sources

Support for various environmental data types including aviation weather (METAR), marine buoy observations, and more. All data sourced from reliable FAA, NWS, and NOAA services.

  • METAR weather observations
  • Aviation forecasts
  • Marine buoy data (wave height, wind, temperature)
  • Reliable FAA, NWS, and NOAA data sources

How It Works

From Design to Display

Choose Your Map

Select from our collection of aviation sectionals, wall planning charts, or custom map designs

Select Locations

Use our user portal to choose which weather stations, airports, or marine locations to display

We Build & Ship

The Widget Works designs, constructs, and ships your custom Live Maps display

Enjoy Living Art

Plug in your display and watch as real-time data brings your map to life

Ready to Get Started?

Access the Live Maps user portal to manage your devices and configure your display locations.

Go to User Portal

Want to Order a Custom Display?

Contact The Widget Works to discuss your custom Live Maps display. We'll work with you to create the perfect piece for your space.

Contact Us

Get in Touch

Questions? We're Here to Help

Whether you're interested in ordering a custom Live Maps display or have questions about the platform, we'd love to hear from you.

Address

Wheaton, IL

About Live Maps

Transform Physical Maps into Living Art

Live Maps is a digital art platform that transforms physical maps into dynamic displays of real-time environmental data through smart LED displays. Each map is a unique piece of functional art that brings your favorite places to life.

Our mission is to transform the way people interact with maps and environmental data, creating beautiful displays that are both informative and artistic.