Wyoming genealogy records can provide a range of information to families. This information can answer questions about a person's family history, property and even medical conditions at times. Every situation is unique but it is possible to find a great deal of the information you may need through searches. The more locations you look to find this information, the more likely it will be that you can construct your family tree. No matter why you wish to find this information, there are various sources to get it.

One of the first things to do when you are looking for information for Wyoming genealogy records is to turn to state sources. The state itself does keep excellent records and has done so for more than 100 years. However, knowing where to look can be a challenge. In short, Wyoming began requiring that local towns and counties report the births and deaths of individuals living in the state to the state offices in 1909. Most records prior to this time are kept only at the town or county level, making them much more difficult to find. The state began requiring marriage documents also be sent to them in 1941. To gather any of this information, it is best to start your search with the Department of Health. You can write to or visit the address below:

Wyoming Department of Health

Division of Public Health

Vital Records Service

Hathaway Building

Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002

It is also possible to call the agency to make a request. To do so, call 307 777-7591. Keep in mind that you will need to submit as much information as possible about the person in order for this type of search to be successful.

Another resource for marriage records is the Wyoming State Archives and Historical Department. It houses these records from 1869 through 1970. You can contact the agency for a thorough records search.

For other sources of information for Wyoming genealogy records, consider war records. Some of the largest databases of very old information is through military records. You may be able to use the 1840's Pensioners database for research of the Pension Index Cards from the Civil War.

For those who have Native Americans in their bloodline, check out the Shoshone Indians of Uinta County located in Wyoming. Some records there date back for hundreds of years that could prove to be beneficial for your family search.

Aside from these steps, you will need to turn to local organizations and churches to find additional information. Because so much of the state is remote, it can be difficult to track records from the 1800's and before. Local churches do have some valuable data that can prove to be helpful. You may also want to choose some of the other sources in the towns. For example, town clerks kept a great deal of information from the 1800's and further back. This information never made it to the archives, but it may be available in the local community. Wyoming genealogy records are out there and they do provide an outstanding amount of information.

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