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=== Description ===
=== Description ===
The Vernon Parish was named for Mount Vernon and was created in March 30, 1871. The parish seat is Leesville and is located in the west central area of the state.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Vernon Parish, Louisiana" in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vernon_Parish,_Louisiana."</ref>
Vernon Parish was named for Mount Vernon and is located in the west-central area of the state. The parish was created March 30, 1871 and the parish seat is Leesville.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Vernon Parish, Louisiana" in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vernon_Parish,_Louisiana."</ref>


=== Parish Courthouse ===
=== Parish Courthouse ===
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* '''Parent Parish(es):''' Created from [[Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana Genealogy|Natchitoches]], [[Rapides Parish, Louisiana Genealogy|Rapides]], and [[Sabine Parish, Louisiana Genealogy|Sabine]] Parishes on March 30, 1871.
* '''Parent Parish(es):''' Created from [[Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana Genealogy|Natchitoches]], [[Rapides Parish, Louisiana Genealogy|Rapides]], and [[Sabine Parish, Louisiana Genealogy|Sabine]] Parishes on March 30, 1871.
* '''Parish Seat:''' Leesville<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:''' Leesville<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#VERNON Vernon 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=Vernon+County%2C+Louisiana%2C+United+States+of+America&locationId=county_1166 Find A Grave]
*[https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/search?firstname=&middlename=&lastname=&birthyear=&birthyearfilter=&deathyear=&deathyearfilter=&location=Vernon+County%2C+Louisiana%2C+United+States+of+America&locationId=county_1166 Find a Grave]
*[http://lagenweb.org/vernon/cemetery.html LAGenWeb]
*[http://lagenweb.org/vernon/cemetery.html LAGenWeb]
*[http://www.usgwarchives.net/la/vernon/cemeteries.html LAGenWeb Archives]
*[http://www.usgwarchives.net/la/vernon/cemeteries.html LAGenWeb Archives]
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| width="20%" bgcolor="#E0E0E0" style="border:1px solid black"| <center>''' Tombstone Transcriptions in Print''' ([[The Value of Cemetery Records in Print |Often more complete]])</center>
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*[http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=su%3Acemetery+Vernon+Louisiana&qt=advanced&dblist=638 WorldCat]
*[http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=su%3Acemetery+Vernon+Louisiana&qt=advanced&dblist=638 WorldCat]
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* [https://www.findagrave.com/cemetery/search?cemetery-name=&cemetery-loc=Vernon+County%2C+Louisiana%2C+United+States+of+America&only-with-cemeteries=cemOnly&locationId=county_1166 Find A Grave]
* [https://www.findagrave.com/cemetery/search?cemetery-name=&cemetery-loc=Vernon+County%2C+Louisiana%2C+United+States+of+America&only-with-cemeteries=cemOnly&locationId=county_1166 Find a Grave]
*[http://www.la-cemeteries.com/Cemeteries%20Vernon%20Table.shtml Louisiana Cemeteries]
*[http://www.la-cemeteries.com/Cemeteries%20Vernon%20Table.shtml Louisiana Cemeteries]
*[https://www.familysearch.org/research/places/?reqParents=396509&reqParentsLabel=Vernon%2C%20Louisiana%2C%20United%20States&reqParentsType=209&reqTypes=20&reqTypeLabel=Cemetery FamilySearch Places]
*[https://www.familysearch.org/research/places/?reqParents=396509&reqParentsLabel=Vernon%2C%20Louisiana%2C%20United%20States&reqParentsType=209&reqTypes=20&reqTypeLabel=Cemetery FamilySearch Places]
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=== Directories ===
=== Directories ===
{{LA Directories Intro|Vernon}}
{{LA Directories Intro|Vernon}}
*'''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 Americans'''''<br>
''''' African Americans'''''<br>
*[http://sites.rootsweb.com/~aagriots/louisiana/index.htm Louisiana African American Griots Project]
*[http://sites.rootsweb.com/~aagriots/louisiana/index.htm Louisiana African American Griots Project]
*[http://www.afrigeneas.com/ Afrigeneas] - African Ancestored Genealogy
 


=== Funeral Homes  ===
=== Funeral Homes  ===
{{LA Funeral Homes Intro|Vernon}}
{{LA Funeral Homes Intro|Vernon}}
* '''1946-1955''' {{FSC|759300|item|disp=Hixson funeral records, Vernon Parish, Louisiana}}(*); at FamilySearch Catalog — index & images
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<li>[https://www.heritagerowe.com/ Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park LLC] in Leesville</li>
<li>[https://www.jeanesfs.com/ Jeane's Funeral Service] in Leesville</li>
<li>[https://www.labbymemorial.com/ Labby Memorial Funeral Home] in Leesville</li>
</ul>
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=== Genealogies  ===
=== Genealogies  ===
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''Online Land Indexes and Records''<br>
''Online Land Indexes and Records''<br>
*[http://www.usgwarchives.net/la/vernon/land.html Vernon Parish Land Records] (USGenWeb Archives)
*[http://www.usgwarchives.net/la/vernon/land.html Vernon Parish Land Records] (USGenWeb Archives)
*[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 at Partner Site
* '''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 at Partner Site
* '''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 at Partner Site
* '''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 at Partner Site
*'''1883''' [http://genealogytrails.com/lou/vernon/vernon_parish_pensioners.html List of Pensioners on the Roll  January 1, 1883, Vernon Parish, Louisiana] (Genealogy Trails)
*'''1883''' [http://genealogytrails.com/lou/vernon/vernon_parish_pensioners.html List of Pensioners on the Roll  January 1, 1883, Vernon Parish, Louisiana] (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


'''''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
*[http://files.usgwarchives.net/la/vernon/history/misc/ww1heros.txt World War I Heroes of Vernon Parish, Louisiana] (USGenWeb Archives)
*[http://files.usgwarchives.net/la/vernon/history/misc/ww1heros.txt World War I Heroes of Vernon 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
*[http://genealogytrails.com/lou/vernon/world_war_ii__honor_list_of_dead1.html Honor List of Dead and Missing Army & Army Air Forces Personnel, Vernon Parish, Louisiana] (Genealogy Trails)
*[http://genealogytrails.com/lou/vernon/world_war_ii__honor_list_of_dead1.html Honor List of Dead and Missing Army & Army Air Forces Personnel, Vernon Parish, Louisiana] (Genealogy Trails)


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{{LA Newspapers Intro|Vernon}}
{{LA Newspapers Intro|Vernon}}


*'''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 ($)
*[http://www.usnpl.com/lanews.php Louisiana Newspaper List], listing by name/parish (USNPL)
*[http://www.usnpl.com/lanews.php Louisiana Newspaper List], listing by name/parish (USNPL)
*[http://www.newslink.org/lanews.html Louisiana Newspaper] listing (Newslink)
*[http://www.newslink.org/lanews.html Louisiana Newspaper] listing (Newslink)
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''Online Probate Indexes and Records''<br>
''Online Probate Indexes and Records''<br>
* [http://www.usgwarchives.net/la/vernon/wills.html Vernon Parish Wills] (USGenWeb Archives)
* [http://www.usgwarchives.net/la/vernon/wills.html Vernon Parish Wills] (USGenWeb Archives)
*'''1756-1984''' [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=9067 Louisiana Wills and Probate Records 1756-1984] at [http://search.ancestry.com/ Ancestry] — index and images ($)
*'''1756-1984''' [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=9067 Louisiana Wills and Probate Records 1756-1984] at [http://search.ancestry.com/ 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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{{LA Marriage Intro|Vernon}}
{{LA Marriage Intro|Vernon}}


* '''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://www.usgwarchives.net/la/vernon/vitals/marriages.html Vernon Parish Marriage Records] (USGenWeb Archives)
*[http://www.usgwarchives.net/la/vernon/vitals/marriages.html Vernon Parish Marriage Records] (USGenWeb Archives)


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{{LA Death Intro|Vernon}}
{{LA Death Intro|Vernon}}


* '''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
*'''1880''' [http://genealogytrails.com/lou/vernon/vernon_parish_mortality_1880.html Mortality Schedule, Vernon Parish] (Genealogy Trails)
*'''1880''' [http://genealogytrails.com/lou/vernon/vernon_parish_mortality_1880.html Mortality Schedule, Vernon Parish] (Genealogy Trails)
*[http://www.usgwarchives.net/la/vernon/vitals/deaths.html Vernon Parish Death Records] (USGenWeb Archives)
*[http://www.usgwarchives.net/la/vernon/vitals/deaths.html Vernon Parish Death Records] (USGenWeb Archives)
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{{FamilySearch Centers Intro}}
{{FamilySearch Centers Intro}}


*[[Alexandria Louisiana FamilySearch Center]]
*[https://locations.familysearch.org/en/united-states/la/alexandria/611-versailles-boulevard Alexandria Louisiana FamilySearch Center]
*[https://locations.familysearch.org/en/united-states/tx/jasper/905-shady-lane Jasper Texas FamilySearch Center]
*[http://www.louisianahistorymuseum.org/ Alexandria Genealogical Library] - an affiliate library
*[http://www.louisianahistorymuseum.org/ Alexandria Genealogical Library] - an affiliate library
*[https://www.wfplibrary.org/ West Feliciana Parish Library] - an affiliate library


=== Libraries ===
=== Libraries ===
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*[http://genealogytrails.com/lou/vernon/index.html Vernon Parish, Louisiana, Genealogy and History] (Genealogy Trails)
*[http://genealogytrails.com/lou/vernon/index.html Vernon Parish, Louisiana, Genealogy and History] (Genealogy Trails)
*[http://ldsgenealogy.com/LA/Vernon-Parish.htm Vernon Parish LA Genealogy] (ldsgenealogy.com)
*[http://ldsgenealogy.com/LA/Vernon-Parish.htm Vernon Parish LA Genealogy] (ldsgenealogy.com)
*{{FSC Place IDNum|193103|Louisiana|Vernon}} – 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|3125|Louisiana|Vernon}} – 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 ==

Latest revision as of 11:54, 23 April 2025


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

Parish Facts
Parish seat: Leesville
Organized: March 30, 1871
Parent Parish(es): Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine
Neighboring Parishes
Allen • Beauregard • Natchitoches • Rapides • Sabine • Newton (TX)
See Parish Maps
Courthouse
Virginia, Vernon County Courthouse.png
Location Map
La-vernon.png
Adoption

Parish Information[edit | edit source]

Description[edit | edit source]

Vernon Parish was named for Mount Vernon and is located in the west-central area of the state. The parish was created March 30, 1871 and the parish seat is Leesville.[1]

Parish Courthouse[edit | edit source]

Vernon Parish Courthouse
215 S 4th St
Leesville, LA 71446
Phone: 337-238-1384
Vernon Parish Courthouse

Parish Clerk has marriage records from 1890, divorce, probate and court records from 1871.[2]

Vernon 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 1890 1914 1871 1871 1871 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]

Cities
Towns
Villages
Unincorporated communities
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 Vernon, 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. %±
1880 5,160 —
1890 5,903 14.4%
1900 10,327 74.9%
1910 17,384 68.3%
1920 20,493 17.9%
1930 20,047 −2.2%
1940 19,142 −4.5%
1950 18,974 −0.9%
1960 18,301 −3.5%
1970 53,794 193.9%
1980 53,475 −0.6%
1990 61,961 15.9%
2000 52,531 −15.2%
2010 52,334 −0.4%
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 Americans


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]

Newton CountyTo request editing rights on the Wiki, click here. Sabine ParishNatchitoches ParishRapides ParishAllen ParishBeauregard ParishLA VERNON.PNG
Click a neighboring parish
for more resources

Migration[edit | edit source]

Military Records[edit | edit source]

Civil War

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 Vernon 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 Vernon Parish. For state-wide library facilities, see Louisiana Archives and Libraries.

Museums[edit | edit source]

Societies[edit | edit source]

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

  • Vernon Historical & Genealogical Society
    190 Lakeshore Dr.
    Leesville, LA 71446
    Website
  • Central Louisiana Genealogical Society
    PO Box 12206
    Alexandria, LA 71315-2206
    Website
  • Louisiana Historical Society
    428 Hector Ave
    Metairie, La. 70005-4412
    Website
  • Louisiana Historical Association
    101 LSU Student Union
    LSU Box 25435
    Baton Rouge, LA 70803
    Website

Websites[edit | edit source]

Research Guides[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Vernon Parish, Louisiana" in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vernon_Parish,_Louisiana."
  2. ↑ The Handybook for Genealogists: United States of America,10th ed., Vernon Parish, Louisiana p 293 (Draper, UT:Everton Publishers, 2002).
  3. ↑ Handybook for Genealogists: United States of America, 10th ed. (Draper, Utah: Everton Pub., 2002), Vernon 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, "Vernon Parish, Louisiana," in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vernon_Parish,_Louisiana, accessed 8 January 2020.
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