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=== Description ===
=== Description ===
Assumption Parish was named for the Assumption Roman Catholic Church and created in 1807. The parish seat is Napoleonville and is located in the southeast area of the state.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Assumption, Louisiana," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assumption_Parish,_Louisiana."</ref>
Assumption Parish was named for the Assumption Roman Catholic Church and is located in the southeastern area of the state. The parish was created in 1807 and the parish seat is Napoleonville.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Assumption Parish, Louisiana" in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assumption_Parish,_Louisiana."</ref>


=== Parish Courthouse ===
=== Parish Courthouse ===
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=== Assumption Parish, Louisiana Record Dates  ===
=== Assumption Parish, Louisiana Record Dates  ===
{{LA Record Dates Intro|Assumption}}
{{LA Record Dates Intro|Assumption}}
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| bgcolor="#e4d8e5" align="center" colspan="7" | <center>'''Known Beginning Dates for Major Parish Records'''<ref>''Handybook for Genealogists: United States of America'', 10th ed. (Draper, Utah: Everton Pub., 2002), Assumption Parish, Louisiana. Page 289-293 {{WorldCat|50140092|disp=At various libraries (WorldCat)}}; {{FSC|1049485|item|disp=FS Library Book 973 D27e 2002}}; Alice Eichholz, ed. Ancestry’s Red Book: American State, County, and Town Sources, Third ed. (Provo, Utah: Ancestry, 2004), 267-268.</ref></center>
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* '''Parent Parish:''' Created from [[Lafourche Parish, Louisiana Genealogy|Lafourche]] Parish, on 14 Apr 1807.
* '''Parent Parish:''' Created from [[Lafourche Parish, Louisiana Genealogy|Lafourche]] Parish, on 14 Apr 1807.
* '''Parish Seat: '''Napoleonville<ref>''Handybook for Genealogists: United States of America'', 10th ed. (Draper, Utah: Everton Pub., 2002).{{WorldCat|50140092|disp=At various libraries (WorldCat)}}; {{FSC|1049485|item|disp=FSC Book 973 D27e 2002}}.</ref><br>
* '''Parish Seat: '''Napoleonville<ref>''Handybook for Genealogists: United States of America'', 10th ed. (Draper, Utah: Everton Pub., 2002).{{WorldCat|50140092|disp=At various libraries (WorldCat)}}; {{FSC|1049485|item|disp=FSC Book 973 D27e 2002}}.</ref><br>
*[http://www.mapofus.org/louisiana Interactive Map of Louisiana Parish Formation History] (1790-1897) - animated maps illustrating Louisiana Parish boundary changes
*[https://digital.newberry.org/ahcb/documents/LA_Individual_County_Chronologies.htm#Individual_County_Chronologies Louisiana Individual County Chronologies] - Newberry Library list of all boundary changes by county
*[https://digital.newberry.org/ahcb/documents/LA_Individual_County_Chronologies.htm#ASSUMPTION Assumption Parish, Louisiana Historical Boundary Changes] - list of all boundary changes by parish provided by Newberry Library
*[https://publications.newberry.org/ahcb/map/map.html#LA Louisiana Historical Borders - Map] at Newberry Library Atlas of Historical County Boundaries; ''Also at:'' [http://www.mapofus.org/louisiana/ mapofus.org] - animated maps illustrating Louisiana county boundary changes
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*[https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/search?firstname=&middlename=&lastname=&birthyear=&birthyearfilter=&deathyear=&deathyearfilter=&location=Assumption+County%2C+Louisiana%2C+United+States+of+America&locationId=county_1112 Find A Grave]
*[https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/search?firstname=&middlename=&lastname=&birthyear=&birthyearfilter=&deathyear=&deathyearfilter=&location=Assumption+County%2C+Louisiana%2C+United+States+of+America&locationId=county_1112 Find a Grave]
*[http://www.interment.net/us/LA/index.htm Interment.net]
*[http://www.interment.net/us/LA/index.htm Interment.net]
*[https://www.usgenwebsites.org/LAAssumption/ LAGenWeb]
*[https://www.usgenwebsites.org/LAAssumption/ LAGenWeb]
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* [https://www.findagrave.com/cemetery/search?cemetery-name=&cemetery-loc=Assumption+County%2C+Louisiana%2C+United+States+of+America&only-with-cemeteries=cemOnly&locationId=county_1112 Find A Grave]
* [https://www.findagrave.com/cemetery/search?cemetery-name=&cemetery-loc=Assumption+County%2C+Louisiana%2C+United+States+of+America&only-with-cemeteries=cemOnly&locationId=county_1112 Find a Grave]
*[http://www.la-cemeteries.com/Cemeteries%20Assumption%20Table.shtml Louisiana Cemeteries]
*[http://www.la-cemeteries.com/Cemeteries%20Assumption%20Table.shtml Louisiana Cemeteries]
*[https://www.familysearch.org/research/places/?reqParents=396160&reqParentsLabel=Assumption%2C%20Louisiana%2C%20United%20States&reqParentsType=209&reqTypes=20&reqTypeLabel=Cemetery FamilySearch Places]
*[https://www.familysearch.org/research/places/?reqParents=396160&reqParentsLabel=Assumption%2C%20Louisiana%2C%20United%20States&reqParentsType=209&reqTypes=20&reqTypeLabel=Cemetery FamilySearch Places]
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=== Directories ===
=== Directories ===
{{LA Directories Intro|Assumption}}
{{LA Directories Intro|Assumption}}
*'''1970-2024''' {{RecordSearch|5000290|United States, Residence Database, 1970-2024}} at FamilySearch — [[United States, Residence Database - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index, coverage may vary


=== Emigration and Immigration  ===
=== Emigration and Immigration  ===
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''''' African American'''''<br>
''''' African American'''''<br>
*[http://www.usgenwebsites.org/AAGriots/ Louisiana African American Griots Project]; USGenWeb Project
*[http://www.usgenwebsites.org/AAGriots/ Louisiana African American Griots Project]; USGenWeb Project
*[http://www.afrigeneas.com/ Afrigeneas] - African Ancestored Genealogy
 


=== Funeral Homes  ===
=== Funeral Homes  ===
{{LA Funeral Homes Intro|Assumption}}
{{LA Funeral Homes Intro|Assumption}}
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<li>[https://www.landrysfuneralhome.com/ Landry's Funeral Home] in Labadieville</li>
<li>[https://www.landrysfuneralhome.com/ Landry's Funeral Home] in Napoleonville</li>
<li>[https://www.dignitymemorial.com/funeral-homes/louisiana/pierre-part/ourso-funeral-home/7201?utm_source=google_my_business&utm_medium=organic Ourso Funeral Home] in Pierre Part</li>
<li>[https://www.williamsandsouthallfuneralhome.com/ Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Inc.] in Napoleonville</li>
</ul>
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=== Genealogies  ===
=== Genealogies  ===
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=== Land and Property Records ===
=== Land and Property Records ===
{{LA Land Intro|Assumption}}
{{LA Land Intro|Assumption}}
''Online Land Indexes and Records''<br>
*[https://www.familysearch.org/search/full-text Full-Text Search - Land Records] at FamilySearch - index & images; dates, records, and places vary; [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P00oMDsAsSw How to Search]


=== Local Histories ===
=== Local Histories ===
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''''' Civil War'''''<br>
''''' Civil War'''''<br>
* '''1861-1865''' {{RecordSearch|1932372|Louisiana Civil War Service Records of Confederate Soldiers, 1861-1865}} at FamilySearch — [[Louisiana Civil War Service Records of Confederate Soldiers - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index and images
* '''1861-1865''' {{RecordSearch|1932372|Louisiana Civil War Service Records of Confederate Soldiers, 1861-1865}} at FamilySearch — [[Louisiana Civil War Service Records of Confederate Soldiers - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
* '''1861-1865''' {{RecordSearch|1932399|Louisiana Civil War Service Records of Union Soldiers, 1861-1865}} at FamilySearch — [[Louisiana Civil War Service Records of Union Soldiers - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index and images
* '''1861-1865''' {{RecordSearch|1932399|Louisiana Civil War Service Records of Union Soldiers, 1861-1865}} at FamilySearch — [[Louisiana Civil War Service Records of Union Soldiers - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
*'''1883''' [http://genealogytrails.com/lou/assumption/1883_assumption_parish_%20pensioners.html Assumption Parish Louisiana, Pensioners on the Rolls as of January 1, 1883] (Genealogy Trails)
*'''1883''' [http://genealogytrails.com/lou/assumption/1883_assumption_parish_%20pensioners.html Assumption Parish Louisiana, Pensioners on the Rolls as of January 1, 1883] (Genealogy Trails)
* '''1898-1950''' {{RecordSearch|1838535|Louisiana Confederate Pensions, 1898-1950}} at FamilySearch — [[Louisiana Confederate Pensions - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index and images
* '''1898-1950''' {{RecordSearch|1838535|Louisiana Confederate Pensions, 1898-1950}} at FamilySearch — [[Louisiana Confederate Pensions - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
*[http://files.usgwarchives.net/la/assumption/military/companyh.txt Company H. (Assumption): The 28th Thomas' Louisiana Infantry Regiment] (USGenWeb Archives)
*[http://files.usgwarchives.net/la/assumption/military/companyh.txt Company H. (Assumption): The 28th Thomas' Louisiana Infantry Regiment] (USGenWeb Archives)
*[http://files.usgwarchives.net/la/ascension/military/cok8inf.txt Company K - 8th Louisiana Infantry, The Phoenix Company - Ascension & Assumption Parishes] (USGenWeb Archives)
*[http://files.usgwarchives.net/la/ascension/military/cok8inf.txt Company K - 8th Louisiana Infantry, The Phoenix Company - Ascension & Assumption Parishes] (USGenWeb Archives)
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'''''World War I'''''<br>
'''''World War I'''''<br>
* '''1917-1920''' {{RecordSearch|2489920|Louisiana World War I Service Records, 1917-1920}} at FamilySearch — [[Louisiana, World War I Service Records, 1917-1920 - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index and images
* '''1917-1920''' {{RecordSearch|2489920|Louisiana World War I Service Records, 1917-1920}} at FamilySearch — [[Louisiana, World War I Service Records, 1917-1920 - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
*'''1918''' [http://files.usgwarchives.net/la/assumption/military/clack.txt Officers and Enlisted Men Who Lost Their Lives, Assumption Parish, Louisiana] (USGenWeb Archives)
*'''1918''' [http://files.usgwarchives.net/la/assumption/military/clack.txt Officers and Enlisted Men Who Lost Their Lives, Assumption Parish, Louisiana] (USGenWeb Archives)




'''''World War II'''''<br>
'''''World War II'''''<br>
* '''1940-1945''' {{RecordSearch|1916286|Louisiana First Registration Draft Cards, 1940-1945}} at FamilySearch — [[Louisiana First Registration Draft Cards - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index and images
* '''1940-1945''' {{RecordSearch|1916286|Louisiana First Registration Draft Cards, 1940-1945}} at FamilySearch — [[Louisiana First Registration Draft Cards - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images


=== Naturalization and Citizenship ===
=== Naturalization and Citizenship ===
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{{LA Newspapers Intro|Assumption}}
{{LA Newspapers Intro|Assumption}}


*'''1800s-Current''' [https://www.ancestry.com/search/collections/50043/ Louisiana, U.S., Newspapers.com™ Stories and Events Index, 1800's-Current] at Ancestry — index & images ($)
*[http://www.usnpl.com/lanews.php Louisiana Newspaper List]  -  listing by name/parish  -  USNPL
*[http://www.usnpl.com/lanews.php Louisiana Newspaper List]  -  listing by name/parish  -  USNPL
*[http://www.newslink.org/lanews.html Louisiana Newspaper ] -  listing -  Newslink
*[http://www.newslink.org/lanews.html Louisiana Newspaper ] -  listing -  Newslink
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''Online Probate Indexes and Records''<br>
''Online Probate Indexes and Records''<br>
*'''1756-1984''' [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=9067 Louisiana Wills and Probate Records 1756-1984] at Ancestry — index and images ($)
*'''1756-1984''' [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=9067 Louisiana Wills and Probate Records 1756-1984] at Ancestry — index & images ($)
*[https://www.familysearch.org/search/full-text Full-Text Search - Wills and Probate Records] at FamilySearch - index & images; dates, records, and places vary; [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P00oMDsAsSw How to Search]


=== School Records ===
=== School Records ===
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*'''1805''' [http://files.usgwarchives.net/la/assumption/churches/alefort.txt Certificate of Marriage for Maria Ferlot and Alexis Lefort] (USGenWeb Archives)
*'''1805''' [http://files.usgwarchives.net/la/assumption/churches/alefort.txt Certificate of Marriage for Maria Ferlot and Alexis Lefort] (USGenWeb Archives)
* '''1837-1957''' {{RecordSearch|1807364|Louisiana Parish Marriages, 1837-1957}} at FamilySearch — [[Louisiana, Parish Marriages - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index and images
* '''1837-1957''' {{RecordSearch|1807364|Louisiana Parish Marriages, 1837-1957}} at FamilySearch — [[Louisiana, Parish Marriages - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
*[http://genealogytrails.com/lou/assumption/marriages.html Assumption Parish, Louisiana, Marriage Records] (Genealogy Trails)
*[http://genealogytrails.com/lou/assumption/marriages.html Assumption Parish, Louisiana, Marriage Records] (Genealogy Trails)


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{{LA Death Intro|Assumption}}
{{LA Death Intro|Assumption}}


* '''1850-1875, 1894-1960''' {{RecordSearch|1609793|Louisiana Deaths, 1850-1875, 1894-1960}} at FamilySearch — [[Louisiana Deaths - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index and images
* '''1850-1875, 1894-1960''' {{RecordSearch|1609793|Louisiana Deaths, 1850-1875, 1894-1960}} at FamilySearch — [[Louisiana Deaths - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
*'''1900-1914''' [http://files.usgwarchives.net/la/assumption/newspapers/journals/madates.txt Death Dates from the Book of Marie Aucoin, Assumption Parish, Louisiana, 1900-1914] (USGenWeb Archives)
*'''1900-1914''' [http://files.usgwarchives.net/la/assumption/newspapers/journals/madates.txt Death Dates from the Book of Marie Aucoin, Assumption Parish, Louisiana, 1900-1914] (USGenWeb Archives)
*'''1913-1954''' [http://files.usgwarchives.net/la/assumption/churches/bur1913.txt Catholic Church Burial Records for Assumption Parish, Louisiana, 1913-1954] (USGenWeb Archives)
*'''1913-1954''' [http://files.usgwarchives.net/la/assumption/churches/bur1913.txt Catholic Church Burial Records for Assumption Parish, Louisiana, 1913-1954] (USGenWeb Archives)
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{{FamilySearch Centers Intro}}
{{FamilySearch Centers Intro}}


*[[Gonzales Louisiana FamilySearch Center]]
*[https://locations.familysearch.org/en/us/la/baton-rouge/10335-highland-road Baton Rouge Louisiana FamilySearch Center]
*[[New Orleans Louisiana FamilySearch Center]]
*[https://locations.familysearch.org/en/us/la/gonzales/502-highway-30 Gonzales Louisiana FamilySearch Center]
*[[Thibodaux Louisiana FamilySearch Center]]
*[https://locations.familysearch.org/en/us/la/houma/3702-highway-311 Thibodaux Louisiana FamilySearch Center]
*[https://iberialibrary.org/wp/ Iberia Parish Library] - an affiliate library
*[https://mytpl.org/ Terrebonne Parish Library] - an affiliate library


=== Libraries ===
=== Libraries ===
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*[http://ldsgenealogy.com/LA/Assumption-Parish.htm Assumption Parish LA Genealogy] (ldsgenealogy.com)
*[http://ldsgenealogy.com/LA/Assumption-Parish.htm Assumption Parish LA Genealogy] (ldsgenealogy.com)
*[https://louisiana.msghn.org/ Louisiana Genealogy & History Network]
*[https://louisiana.msghn.org/ Louisiana Genealogy & History Network]
*{{FSC Place IDNum|192934|Louisiana|Assumption}} – The FamilySearch catalog contains descriptions and access information for all genealogical materials (including books, online materials, microfilm, microfiche, and publications) in their collection.  Use [https://familysearch.org/search/ Historical Records] to search for specific individuals in genealogical records.
*{{FSC Place IDNum|3071|Louisiana|Assumption}} – The FamilySearch catalog contains descriptions and access information for all genealogical materials (including books, online materials, microfilm, microfiche, and publications) in their collection.  Use [https://familysearch.org/search/ Historical Records] to search for specific individuals in genealogical records.


== Research Guides ==
== Research Guides ==

Revision as of 12:05, 9 April 2025


Guide to Assumption Parish, Louisiana ancestry, genealogy and family history, birth records, marriage records, death records, census records, family history, and military records.

Parish Facts
Parish seat: Napoleonville
Organized: March 31, 1807
Parent Parish(es): Lafourche
Neighboring Parishes
Ascension • Iberia • Iberville • Lafourche • St. James • St. Martin • St. Mary • Terrebonne
See Parish Maps
Courthouse
Louisiana, Assumption Parish Courthouse.png
Location Map
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Adoption

Parish Information[edit | edit source]

Description[edit | edit source]

Assumption Parish was named for the Assumption Roman Catholic Church and is located in the southeastern area of the state. The parish was created in 1807 and the parish seat is Napoleonville.[1]

Parish Courthouse[edit | edit source]

Assumption Parish Courthouse
4809 Hwy 1
Napoleonville, La 70390
Phone: 985-369-6653
Assumption Parish Courthouse

Parish Clerk has marriage records from 1800, probate records from 1841, land records from 1788, divorce and court records from 1868.[2]

Assumption Parish, Louisiana Record Dates[edit | edit source]

Information for this chart was taken from various sources, often containing conflicting dates. This information should be taken as a guide and should be verified by contacting the parish and/or the state government agency.

Known Beginning Dates for Major Parish Records[3]
Birth* Marriage Death* Court Land Probate Census
1914 1800 1914 1868 1788 1841 1700s
*Statewide registration for births and deaths started in 1914. General compliance year unknown. (website says 1918 births; 1911 deaths)

Record Loss[edit | edit source]

There is no known history of courthouse disasters in this parish.

Boundary Changes[edit | edit source]

Populated Places[edit | edit source]

For a complete list of populated places, including small neighborhoods and suburbs, visit HomeTown Locator. The following are the most historically and genealogically relevant populated places in this parish:[5]

Villages
Unincorporated communities
  • Bruly St. Martin
  • Cancienne
  • Foley
  • Klotzville
Census-designated places


History Timeline[edit | edit source]

Resources[edit | edit source]

Bible Records[edit | edit source]

Biographies[edit | edit source]

Business, Commerce, and Occupations[edit | edit source]

Cemeteries[edit | edit source]

Cemeteries of Assumption, Louisiana online and in print
Tombstone Transcriptions Online
Tombstone Transcriptions in Print (Often more complete)
List of Cemeteries in the Parish
See Louisiana Cemeteries for more information

Census Records[edit | edit source]

Historical populations
Census Pop. %±
1810 2,472 —
1820 3,576 44.7%
1830 5,669 58.5%
1840 7,141 26.0%
1850 10,538 47.6%
1860 15,379 45.9%
1870 13,234 −13.9%
1880 17,010 28.5%
1890 19,629 15.4%
1900 21,620 10.1%
1910 24,128 11.6%
1920 17,912 −25.8%
1930 15,990 −10.7%
1940 18,541 16.0%
1950 17,278 −6.8%
1960 17,991 4.1%
1970 19,654 9.2%
1980 22,084 12.4%
1990 22,753 3.0%
2000 23,388 2.8%
2010 23,421 0.1%
Source: "Wikipedia.org".

Church Records[edit | edit source]

Church records vary significantly depending on the denomination and the record keeper. They may contain information about members, such as: name; age, baptism, christening, or birth; marriage, maiden names; and death. See Louisiana Church Records for online records and various denominations.

List of Churches and Church Parishes

Court Records[edit | edit source]

Online Court Indexes and Records

Directories[edit | edit source]

Emigration and Immigration[edit | edit source]

Ethnic, Political, and Religious Groups[edit | edit source]

African American


Funeral Homes[edit | edit source]

Genealogies[edit | edit source]

Guardianship[edit | edit source]

Land and Property Records[edit | edit source]

Land and property records can place an ancestor in a specific location, reveal family relationships, and more. Private transactions include deeds, abstracts and indexes, mortgages, and leases. See Louisiana Land and Property for more information and for transfer of land to private ownership (grants and land patents). Online Land Indexes and Records

Local Histories[edit | edit source]

Parish histories may include biographies, church, school and government history, and military information. For more information about local histories see Louisiana Local Histories.

Maps and Gazetteers[edit | edit source]

Iberville ParishAscension ParishSt. James ParishLafourche ParishTerrebonne ParishSt. Martin ParishIberia ParishSt. Mary ParishLA ASSUMPTION.PNG
Click a neighboring parish
for more resources

Migration[edit | edit source]

Military Records[edit | edit source]

Louisiana Military History Online

Civil War

Regiments. Civil War service men in Assumption Parish served in various regiments. Men often joined a company (part of a regiment) that originated in their parish. Listed below are companies that were specifically formed in this parish:

2nd Regiment, Louisiana Cavalry (Confederate), Company H

World War I


World War II

Naturalization and Citizenship[edit | edit source]

Newspapers[edit | edit source]

Obituaries[edit | edit source]

Other Records[edit | edit source]

Periodicals[edit | edit source]

Probate Records[edit | edit source]

Probate records (sometimes called "Succession Records") may give date of death, names and residences of heirs (spouse, children, parents, siblings, in-laws, relative) and neighbors or associates. See Louisiana Probate Records for more information.

Online Probate Indexes and Records

School Records[edit | edit source]

Social Security Records[edit | edit source]

Tax Records[edit | edit source]

Louisiana tax records can be used in place of missing censuses and provide lists of residents during years between censuses. There may be gaps of several years. For more information, see Louisiana Taxation.

Vital Records[edit | edit source]

Vital Records consist of civil records of births, adoptions, marriages, divorces, and deaths recorded on registers, certificates, and documents. For online sources and obtaining records, see Louisiana Vital Records.

Birth[edit | edit source]

Marriage[edit | edit source]

Death[edit | edit source]

Divorce[edit | edit source]

Research Facilities[edit | edit source]

Archives[edit | edit source]

Listed below are archives in Assumption Parish. For state-wide facilities, see Louisiana Archives and Libraries.

FamilySearch Centers[edit | edit source]

FamilySearch Center and Affiliate Library Locator map - search for local FamilySearch Centers or Affiliate Libraries

  • FamilySearch Centers provide one-on-one assistance, free access to center-only databases, and to premium genealogical websites.
  • FamilySearch Affiliate Libraries have access to most center-only databases, but may not always have full services normally provided by a FamilySearch center.

Local Centers and Affiliate Libraries

Libraries[edit | edit source]

Listed below are libraries in Assumption Parish. For state-wide library facilities, see Louisiana Archives and Libraries.

Museums[edit | edit source]

Societies[edit | edit source]

Listed below are societies in Assumption Parish. For state-wide genealogical and historical societies, see Louisiana Societies.

  • Louisiana Historical Association
    101 LSU Student Union
    LSU Box 25435
    Baton Rouge, LA 70803
    Website
  • Louisiana Historical Society
    428 Hector Ave
    Metairie, La. 70005-4412
    Website
  • Terrebonne Genealogical Society
    PO Box 20295
    Houma, LA 70360-0295
    Website

Websites[edit | edit source]

Research Guides[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Assumption Parish, Louisiana" in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assumption_Parish,_Louisiana."
  2. ↑ The Handybook for Genealogists: United States of America,10th ed., Assumption Parish, Louisiana p. 290 (Draper, UT:Everton Publishers, 2002).
  3. ↑ Handybook for Genealogists: United States of America, 10th ed. (Draper, Utah: Everton Pub., 2002), Assumption Parish, Louisiana. Page 289-293 At various libraries (WorldCat); FS Library Book 973 D27e 2002; Alice Eichholz, ed. Ancestry’s Red Book: American State, County, and Town Sources, Third ed. (Provo, Utah: Ancestry, 2004), 267-268.
  4. ↑ Handybook for Genealogists: United States of America, 10th ed. (Draper, Utah: Everton Pub., 2002).At various libraries (WorldCat); FSC Book 973 D27e 2002.
  5. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Assumption Parish, Louisiana," in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assumption_Parish%2C_Louisiana, accessed 30 December 2019.
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