How to Find Nebraska Marriage Records
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How To Find Nebraska Marriage Records
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In 1867, Nebraska was created as a state from the Nebraska Territory.Statewide registration of marriages bean in 1909.Prior to 1909 some records were recorded and may be available at the offices of the County Clerk where the event occurred.
Finding Nebraska Marriage Records
- Statewide registration of marriage began in 1909.
- the county clerk began
- Nebraska marriage records are not restricted and can be ordered by anyone during any time period
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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? |
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Marriages Before 1867
- Before 1867,marriages were recorded by the county.
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 |
Census Records |
Marriages 1867 to 1909
| Nebraska Marriage Database - Includes Index and Digital Images | ||||
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| RecordSearch|-------|Nebraska, County Marriages, ---- - ---- |
Free; name index with images online at FamilySearch. Does not include the following counties:
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| 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. |
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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.
Marriages 1909 to Present
Marriage licenses may be found in the county records where the marriage occurred.
STEP ONE: Find Marriage Information
- Copies may be ordered from the Nebraska county clerk.
- Copies may be ordered from the Nebraska Department of Health. and Human Services
| To Order Marriage Certificates | |||
| From County where Marriage occurred | From NB Dept. of Health State and Human Services | ||
| 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 |
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When ordering Nebraska marriage records: |
Ask for the marriage license or the marriage register, not the marriage certificate. The license or register usually contains more information.
American Indian Records
1863-1947 births, marriages, and deaths,Winnebago Agency. United States Bureau of Indian Affairs. FHL film 1015911 items 1, 4-11
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