Minnesota offers several types of marriage records that are valuable for genealogical research. Marriage licenses, certificates, and indexes are available from the state’s beginning in 1849. Early records were often recorded at the county level, and over time, the state centralized the collection of vital records. These records provide key details, such as names, ages, birthplaces, and sometimes the names of parents, which are essential for tracing family histories. For genealogists, Minnesota's marriage records can reveal migration patterns, family connections, and even socio-economic status, helping build a more complete family tree. Statewide indexing of marriages began in the 20th century, making it easier to locate relevant documents in more recent years.
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- Minnesota, Marriages 4,520,117 records
- Minnesota, Marriages, 1976 - 2003 1,883,186 records
- Minnesota, Divorces, 1970 - 2003 970,299 records
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