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== Finding Kansas Marriage Records  ==
== Finding Kansas Marriage Records  ==


*Marriages are kept by the county clerk for each county and begin at the creation of the county
*18-- Kansas laws required counties to record marriages
*1913 - county clerks began sending copies to the state
*1 April 186--, the county clerk began to forward marriage records to the secretary of state
*An additional 1905 law resulted in greater statewide compliance
*Kansas marriage records are not restricted and can be ordered by anyone during any time period
 
{{Tip|More marriage information is usually found on the '''marriage license application''' or the '''marriage register'''. Less information is found on the '''marriage certificate'''. }}
 
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== '''Next Step: When did the marriage occur? '''  ==
== '''Next Step: When did the marriage occur? '''  ==


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:<span style="font-size:120%">'''Marriage Records'''</span>
:'''Marriage Records'''  
:<span style="font-size:120%">Choose a time period:</span>
:Choose a time period:  
:*<span style="font-size:120%">'''[[How to Find Kansas Marriage Records#Marriages_Before_1913|Before 1913]]''' </span>
:*'''[[How to Find Kansas Marriage Records#Marriages_Before_1820|Before 1820]]'''
:*<span style="font-size:120%">'''[[How to Find Kansas Marriage Records#Marriages_1913_to_Present|1913 to Present]]''' </span>
:*'''[[How to Find Kansas Marriage Records#Marriages_1820_to_1867|1805 to 1867]]'''
:*<span style="font-size:120%">'''[[How to Estimate United States Marriage Information|Marriage year unknown]]'''</span>
:*'''[[How to Find Kansas Marriage Records#Marriages_1868_to_1925|1867 to 1925]]'''  
:*'''[[How to Find Kansas Marriage Records#Marriages_1926_to_1935|1926 to 1935]]'''
:*'''[[How to Find Kansas Marriage Records#Marriages_1936_to_Present|1936 to Present]]'''  
:*'''[[How to Estimate United States Marriage Information|Marriage year unknown]]'''


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== '''Marriages Before 1913'''  ==
<br>


*Marriages are kept by the county clerk for each county and begin at the creation of the county
== '''Marriages Before 1820'''  ==


*Before 1805, no marriages were recorded by the county or state
*1805 to 1820 very few records exist


If you cannot locate your ancestor in the databases below, try searching for marriage information in [[Substitute Records for United States Marriage Information|other records]].  
<br> If you cannot locate your ancestor in the databases below, try searching for marriage information in [[Marriage Information Substitute Records|other records]].  


==== '''STEP ONE: Find Marriage Information in Index'''  ====
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| colspan="4" | '''Marriage Digital Images '''
| '''1. Look first in'''
| '''2. Then search'''
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| width="15%" align="left" | '''Database Name - Index and Image'''
| [[Kansas Church Records|Church Records]]<br>
| width="70%" align="left" colspan="2" | '''Link or links to access database'''
[[Kansas Newspapers|Newspapers]]<br> [[Kansas Military Records|Military Records]]<br> [[United States Obituaries|Obituaries]]
| width="15%" align="center" | # of records
 
| [[Kansas Census|Census Records]]
[[Kansas Cemeteries|Cemetery Records]]<br> [[Kansas Vital Records|Death Records]]<br> [[United States Bible Records|Bible Records]]
 
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<center>[[How to Find Michigan Marriage Records#Finding_Michigan_Marriage_Records|Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year]]</center> <center><br></center>
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| Ancestry, Kansas, County Marriages, 1811-1911
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| width="35%" align="center" | [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=61371 Free using Ancestryinstitution at FamilySearch Centers]
| width="35%" align="center" | [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=61371 $, Use your own Ancestry subscription]
| align="center" | 619,834
|-
| width="30%" | FamilySearch, Marriages, 1855-1911
| width="70%" align="left" colspan="2" | {{RecordSearch|1851040|On FamilySearch}}; free; no index; INCOMPLETE for all counties and years
| align="center" | Undisclosed
|-
| width="30%" | Findmypast, United States Marriages, 1800-1946
| width="70%" align="left" colspan="2" | [https://search.findmypast.com/search-world-records/united-states-marriages?state=kansas On Findmypast] ($)
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== '''Marriages 1820 to 1867'''  ==
 
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| colspan="4" | '''If you do not locate the marriage in the above, try:'''
| align="left" colspan="3" | '''Kansas Marriage Database - Includes Index and Digital Images'''  
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| width="15%" align="left" | '''Database Name-Index Only '''  
| width="10%" | ''Try:''  
| width="70%" align="left" colspan="2" | '''Link or links to access database'''
|  
| width="15%" align="center" | # of records
|  
|-
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| width="30%" | FamilySearch, Marriages, 1840-1935
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| width="70%" align="left" colspan="2" | {{RecordSearch|1674845|On FamilySearch}}; free; INCOMPLETE for all counties and years
| width="25%" | {{RecordSearch|-------|Kansas, County Marriages, ---- - ----}}
| align="center" | 286,775
| width="65%" |  
'''Free;''' name index with images online at FamilySearch.
 
'''Does not''' include the following counties:
 
<br>
 
|-
|-
| width="30%" | Kansas Historical Society, Marriages, 1854-1861
| align="left" colspan="2" | '''Can't find your ancestor in the online index?'''
| width="70%" align="left" colspan="2" | [http://www.kshs.org/p/kansas-marriage-index-1854-1861/11315 On Kansas Historical Society]; free; INCOMPLETE for all counties and years
| [[Tips for Searching an Online Index|Tips for searching online indexes]]  
| align="center" | 14,503
|  
|-
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| Ancestry, Marriages, 1854-1873
| align="left" colspan="2" | '''No marriage record for your ancestor?'''
| width="35%" align="center" | [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=3444 Free using Ancestryinstitution at FamilySearch Centers]
|  
| width="35%" align="center" | [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=3444 $, Use your own Ancestry subscription]  
[[Gretna Greens in the United States|Search for Gretna Greens]]-- locations away from the home county where marriage laws were less restrictive.
| align="center" | 30,293
 
[[Substitute Records for United States Marriage Information|Other records with marriage information]]  
 
|  
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'''Marriage Records on Microfilm''' <br> Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local [http://familysearch.org/locations/centerlocator?c= Family Search Center]. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use the[http://familysearch.org/catalog-search Family History Library Catalog (FHLC)] to see what is available.
::*Search the [http://familysearch.org/catalog-search FHLC] by county.
::*Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.
::*For a small fee, [https://familysearch.org/films/ order the microfilm] to view at a local Family Search Center.
<center>[[How to Find Kansas Marriage Records#Finding_Kansas_Marriage_Records|Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year]]</center> <center><br></center>
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== '''Marriages 1868 to 1925'''  ==


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|-
|-
| '''''Can't access Ancestry?'''''  
| align="left" colspan="3" | '''Kansas Marriage Database - Includes Index and Digital Images'''  
| Visit your [https://www.familysearch.org/centers/locations/ local FamilySearch center] or your local public library.
|  
|
|-
|-
| width="30%" | '''No marriage record for your ancestor?'''  
| width="10%" | ''Try 1st:''  
|
|  
|  
[[Gretna Greens in the United States|Search for Gretna Greens]]-- locations away from the home county where marriage laws were less restrictive. <br> [[Substitute Records for United States Marriage Information|Search other records]] with marriage information.  
|-
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| width="25%" | {{RecordSearch|-------|Kansas Marriages, ---- - ----}}
| width="65%" |
'''Free;''' most counties 1868-1925: Free name index with images online at FamilySearch.  


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Records include such information as names of bride and groom, date of license, ages, race, residences, birthplaces, occupations and names of the fathers of the bride and groom.


==== '''STEP TWO: Obtain the Record''' ====
|-
| ''Try 2nd:''
|
|
|-
|
| {{RecordSearch|-------|Kansas, County Marriages, ---- - ----}}
|
'''Free;''' name index with images online at FamilySearch.


If you did not find your ancestor in the databases above, follow the instructions below:  
<br> '''Does not''' include the following counties:  


'''PART A: You don't know the exact date or place of marriage'''
<br>


:*If you know the county of marriage, you can request a search for a fee from the [http://www.kssos.org/forms/communication/county.pdf county district court clerk].
|-
:*If you don't know the date or county of marriage, you can also try searching for marriage information in [[Substitute Records for United States Marriage Information|other records.]]
| align="left" colspan="2" | '''Can't find your ancestor in the online index?'''
| [[Tips for Searching an Online Index|Tips for searching online indexes]]  
|
|-
| align="left" colspan="2" | '''No marriage record for your ancestor?'''
|
[[Gretna Greens in the United States|Search for Gretna Greens]]-- locations away from the home county where marriage laws were less restrictive.


'''PART B: You know the exact date and place of marriage from your records'''
[[Substitute Records for United States Marriage Information|Other records with marriage information]]


:*Order a copy of a marriage record for a fee from the [http://www.kssos.org/forms/communication/county.pdf county district court clerk].
|
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''OR''  
'''Marriage Records on Microfilm''' <br> Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local [http://familysearch.org/locations/centerlocator?c= Family Search Center]. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use the&nbsp;[http://familysearch.org/catalog-search Family History Library Catalog (FHLC)] to see what is available.


:*View a copy of a marriage record on microfilm at a Family Search Center:
::*Search the [http://familysearch.org/catalog-search FHLC] by county.  
 
Some images of county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local [https://www.familysearch.org/centers/locations/?c= Family Search Center]. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog FamilySearch Catalog] to see what is available.
 
::*Search the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog FamilySearch Catalog] by county.  
::*Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.  
::*Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.  
::*Some films may be available to view at a local FamilySearch Center.
::*For a small fee, [https://familysearch.org/films/ order the microfilm] to view at a local Family Search Center.
<center>[[How to Find Kansas Marriage Records#Finding_Kansas_Marriage_Records|Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year]]</center> <center><br></center>  
<center>[[How to Find Kansas Marriage Records#Finding_Kansas_Marriage_Records|Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year]]</center> <center><br></center>  
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== '''Marriages 1913 to Present'''  ==
== '''Marriages 1926 to 1935'''<br> ==


*Online marriage indexes are incomplete for the years 1913 to the present
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*1913 - county clerks began sending copies to the state
|-
| align="left" colspan="3" | '''Kansas Marriage Database - Includes Index and Digital Images'''
|
|
|-
| width="10%" | ''Try 1st:''
|
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|-
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| width="25%" | {{RecordSearch|-------|Kansas, County Marriages, 1926-1935}}
| width="65%" |
'''Free;''' most counties ---- - ----: Free name index with images online at FamilySearch.


'''Does not''' include the following counties:


==== '''STEP ONE: Find Marriage Information'''  ====
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|-
| width="15%" align="left" | '''Database Name'''  
| width="10%" | ''Try 2nd:''  
| width="70%" align="left" colspan="2" | '''Link or links to access database'''
|  
| width="15%" align="center" | # of records
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|-
|  
| County Clerk
| If you do not find your ancestor in the marriage index you may order a marriage record. Contact the  county clerk] where you think the marriage took place. It is usually less expensive to order a marriage record from the county clerk, so begin your search with the county clerk.
|-
|-
| width="30%" | Findmypast, United States Marriages, 1800-1946
| width="10%" | ''Try 3rd:''
| width="70%" align="left" colspan="2" | [https://search.findmypast.com/search-world-records/united-states-marriages?state=kansas On Findmypast]; Index and Images ($)
|  
| align="center" |  
|  
|-
|-
| width="30%" | FamilySearch, Marriages, 1840-1935
|  
| width="70%" align="left" colspan="2" | {{RecordSearch|1674845|On FamilySearch}}; Index Only; free; INCOMPLETE for all counties and years
| Kansas Department of Health
| align="center" | 286,775
| If you do not find your ancestor in the marriage index you may order a marriage record.Contact the [http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,1607,7-132-4645---,00.html Michigan Department of Public Health]. If you are unsure about the marriage year, the Michigan Department of Public Health charges $12 more for each year searched. It is usually less expensive to order a marriage record from the county clerk, so begin your search with the county clerk.
|}
<br>


{| width="100%" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="6" border="0"
|-
|-
| width="30%" | '''No marriage record for your ancestor?'''  
| align="left" colspan="2" | '''Can't find your ancestor in the online index?'''
| [[Tips for Searching an Online Index|Tips for searching online indexes]]
|-
| align="left" colspan="2" | '''No marriage record for your ancestor?'''  
|  
|  
[[Gretna Greens in the United States|Search for Gretna Greens]]-- locations away from the home county where marriage laws were less restrictive. <br> [[Substitute Records for United States Marriage Information|Search other records]] with marriage information.
[[Gretna Greens in the United States|Search for Gretna Greens]]-- locations away from the home county where marriage laws were less restrictive.  
 
[[Substitute Records for United States Marriage Information|Other records with marriage information]]


|}
|}


==== '''STEP TWO: Obtain the Record''' ====
'''Marriage Records on Microfilm''' <br> Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local [http://familysearch.org/locations/centerlocator?c= Family Search Center]. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use the[http://familysearch.org/catalog-search Family History Library Catalog (FHLC)] to see what is available.


If you did not find your ancestor in the databases above, follow the instructions below:  
::*Search the [http://familysearch.org/catalog-search FHLC] by county.
::*Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.
::*For a small fee, [https://familysearch.org/films/ order the microfilm] to view at a local Family Search Center.
<center>[[How to Find Kansas Marriage Records#Finding_Kansas_Marriage_Records|Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year]]</center> <center><br></center>


'''PART A: You don't know the exact date or place of marriage'''
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! valign="middle" bgcolor="#302040" scope="col" |
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:*If you know the county of marriage, you can request a search for a fee from the [http://www.kssos.org/forms/communication/county.pdf county district court clerk] or the [http://www.kdheks.gov/vital/marriage.html Kansas Department of Health].
== '''Marriages 1936 to Present'''  ==
:*If you don't know the date or county of marriage, you can also try searching for marriage information in [[Substitute Records for United States Marriage Information|other records.]]


'''PART B: You know the exact date and place of marriage from your records'''
Marriage licenses may be found in the county records where the marriage occurred.


:*Order a copy of a marriage record for a fee from the [http://www.kssos.org/forms/communication/county.pdf county district court clerk].
'''STEP ONE: Find Marriage Information'''


''OR''
:*Copies may be ordered from the  county clerk.


:*A copy of a marriage record may be ordered for a fee from the [http://www.kdheks.gov/vital/marriage.html Kansas Department of Health].
:*Copies may be ordered from the [http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,1607,7-132-4645---,00.html Kansas Department of Public Health].


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| align="center" colspan="4" | '''To Order Marriage Certificates'''
|-
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| width="50%" align="center" colspan="2" | [http://www.kssos.org/forms/communication/county.pdf From County where Marriage occurred]
| width="50%" align="center" colspan="2" | From County where Marriage occurred  
| width="50%" align="center" colspan="2" | [http://www.kdheks.gov/vital/marriage.html Kansas Department of Health] <br>
| width="50%" align="center" colspan="2" | KN Dept. of Health State office
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| width="25%" align="center" | '''Pros'''  
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| May be less expensive and faster than ordering from the state  
| May be less expensive and faster than ordering from the state  
| County websites can be more difficult to use  
| County websites can be more difficult to use  
|  
| Offers a search of the state index for an additional fee
| May be more expensive than ordering from the county
| May be more expensive than ordering from the county
|}
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''OR''  
{{Tip|'''''When ordering Kansas marriage records:'''''}}
 
:*View a copy of a marriage record on microfilm at a Family Search Center:
 
Some images of county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local [https://www.familysearch.org/centers/locations/?c= Family Search Center]. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog FamilySearch Catalog] to see what is available.


::*Search the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog FamilySearch Catalog] by county.
Ask for the marriage license or the marriage register, not the marriage certificate. The license or register usually contains more information.<br> <br>
::*Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.  
::*Some microfilms may be available to view at a local FamilySearch Center.
<center>[[How to Find Kansas Marriage Records#Finding_Kansas_Marriage_Records|Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year]]</center> <center><br></center>  
<center>[[How to Find Kansas Marriage Records#Finding_Kansas_Marriage_Records|Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year]]</center> <center><br></center>  
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=== American Indian Records  ===
1901-1933 Birth, marriages and deaths, Pottawatomie Agency. United States. Bureau of Indian Affairs {{FSC|264120|item|disp=FS Library film 1015900 items 1-8}}
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== Wiki Articles  ==
== Wiki Articles  ==
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:*[[How to Find United States Marriage Records|How to find U.S. marriage records]]  
:*[[How to Find United States Death Records|How to find U.S. death records]]  
:*[[How to Find United States Death Records|How to find U.S. death records]]  
:*[[United States Record Finder|United States Record Finder ]]  
:*[[United States Record Selection Table|United States Record Selection Table ]]  
:*[[United States, How to Use Marriage Records|United States, How to Use Marriage Records]]  
:*[[United States, How to Use Marriage Records|United States, How to Use Marriage Records]]  
:*[[United States Marriage Records|United States Marriage Records]]  
:*[[United States Marriage Records|United States Marriage Records]]  
:*[[United States Vital Records|United States Vital Records]]  
:*[[United States Vital Records|United States Vital Records]]  
:*[[U.S. Vital Records Overview|U.S. Vital Records Overview]]  
:*[[U.S. Vital Records Overview|U.S. Vital Records Overview]]  
:*[[Locating United States Vital Records|Locating United States Vital Records]]__NOTOC__
:*[[Locating United States Vital Records|Locating United States Vital Records]]  
:*[[Kansas Marriage Records (FamilySearch Historical Records)/Known Issues|Kansas Marriage Records (FamilySearch Historical Records)/Known Issues]]


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Revision as of 09:13, 11 June 2013


How To Find U.S. Marriage Records go to How To Find Kansas Marriage Records

This page is under construction

Finding Kansas Marriage Records[edit | edit source]

  • 18-- Kansas laws required counties to record marriages
  • 1 April 186--, the county clerk began to forward marriage records to the secretary of state
  • An additional 1905 law resulted in greater statewide compliance
  • Kansas marriage records are not restricted and can be ordered by anyone during any time period
Tip: More marriage information is usually found on the marriage license application or the marriage register. Less information is found on the marriage certificate.


Next Step: When did the marriage occur? [edit | edit source]
Marriage Records
Choose a time period:


Learn more about U.S. Marriage Records


Marriages Before 1820[edit | edit source]

  • Before 1805, no marriages were recorded by the county or state
  • 1805 to 1820 very few records exist


If you cannot locate your ancestor in the databases below, try searching for marriage information in other records.

1. Look first in 2. Then search
Church Records

Newspapers
Military Records
Obituaries

Census Records

Cemetery Records
Death Records
Bible Records


Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year


Marriages 1820 to 1867[edit | edit source]

Kansas Marriage Database - Includes Index and Digital Images
Try:
Kansas, County Marriages, ---- - ----

Free; name index with images online at FamilySearch.

Does not include the following counties:


Can't find your ancestor in the online index? Tips for searching online indexes
No marriage record for your ancestor?

Search for Gretna Greens-- locations away from the home county where marriage laws were less restrictive.

Other records with marriage information

Marriage Records on Microfilm
Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local Family Search Center. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use theFamily History Library Catalog (FHLC) to see what is available.

  • Search the FHLC by county.
  • Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.
  • For a small fee, order the microfilm to view at a local Family Search Center.
Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year

Marriages 1868 to 1925[edit | edit source]

Kansas Marriage Database - Includes Index and Digital Images
Try 1st:
Kansas Marriages, ---- - ----

Free; most counties 1868-1925: Free name index with images online at FamilySearch.

Records include such information as names of bride and groom, date of license, ages, race, residences, birthplaces, occupations and names of the fathers of the bride and groom.

Try 2nd:
Kansas, County Marriages, ---- - ----

Free; name index with images online at FamilySearch.


Does not include the following counties:


Can't find your ancestor in the online index? Tips for searching online indexes
No marriage record for your ancestor?

Search for Gretna Greens-- locations away from the home county where marriage laws were less restrictive.

Other records with marriage information

Marriage Records on Microfilm
Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local Family Search Center. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use the Family History Library Catalog (FHLC) to see what is available.

  • Search the FHLC by county.
  • Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.
  • For a small fee, order the microfilm to view at a local Family Search Center.
Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year

Marriages 1926 to 1935
[edit | edit source]

Kansas Marriage Database - Includes Index and Digital Images
Try 1st:
Kansas, County Marriages, 1926-1935

Free; most counties ---- - ----: Free name index with images online at FamilySearch.

Does not include the following counties:

Try 2nd:
County Clerk If you do not find your ancestor in the marriage index you may order a marriage record. Contact the county clerk] where you think the marriage took place. It is usually less expensive to order a marriage record from the county clerk, so begin your search with the county clerk.
Try 3rd:
Kansas Department of Health If you do not find your ancestor in the marriage index you may order a marriage record.Contact the Michigan Department of Public Health. If you are unsure about the marriage year, the Michigan Department of Public Health charges $12 more for each year searched. It is usually less expensive to order a marriage record from the county clerk, so begin your search with the county clerk.


Can't find your ancestor in the online index? Tips for searching online indexes
No marriage record for your ancestor?

Search for Gretna Greens-- locations away from the home county where marriage laws were less restrictive.

Other records with marriage information

Marriage Records on Microfilm
Some county marriage records may be available on microfilm at your local Family Search Center. If you know the approximate date and county where the marriage took place, use theFamily History Library Catalog (FHLC) to see what is available.

  • Search the FHLC by county.
  • Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records authored by the county clerk.
  • For a small fee, order the microfilm to view at a local Family Search Center.
Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year

Marriages 1936 to Present[edit | edit source]

Marriage licenses may be found in the county records where the marriage occurred.

STEP ONE: Find Marriage Information

  • Copies may be ordered from the county clerk.
To Order Marriage Certificates
From County where Marriage occurred KN Dept. of Health State office
Pros Cons Pros Cons
May be less expensive and faster than ordering from the state County websites can be more difficult to use Offers a search of the state index for an additional fee May be more expensive than ordering from the county
Tip: When ordering Kansas marriage records:

Ask for the marriage license or the marriage register, not the marriage certificate. The license or register usually contains more information.

Return to the Top: Choose another marriage year

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