Washington State Marriage Records Index

In Washington State, marriage records are valuable resources for genealogists, offering insights into family history. These records have evolved alongside the state's development, with official documentation beginning in 1854, shortly after Washington's establishment. Initially, marriage licenses were maintained by county clerks, but in 1968, the Washington State Department of Health began centralizing records. Genealogists can access marriage certificates, license applications, and sometimes records of marriage officiants and witnesses. These documents often include vital details, such as the couple's names, ages, birthplaces, and parents, making them crucial for tracing ancestry. Since Washington’s diverse history includes indigenous, settler, and immigrant communities, marriage records provide a rich source of cultural and familial information for researchers.

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Washington Marriages 4,185,539 records available Washington Divorces 2,696,656 records available Washington, County Marriages, 1855-2008 165,358 records available See the entire collection catalog of marriage records in Washington State

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