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Louisa County, Virginia

County Court, Probate, Land & Tax Records  •  County Census Records  •  County Military Records
County Birth Records, Marriage Records, Divorce Records and Death Records
County Cemeteries & Graveyards  •  County Church & Bible Records
Louisa County Virginia Map

Louisa County was named for Louisa, a daughter of George II. It was formed from Hanover County in 1742. Its area is 514 square miles, and the county seat is Louisa. According to the 2000 census, its population is 25,627.

The Louisa County Official Government Website is located at http://www.louisa-county.com/

Below is a list of Louisa County Genealogical and Historical Socities, Mail-List, Libraries and Archives Addresses and/or Links. See Also Virginia Archives, Museums and Libraries or Virginia Historical & Genealogical Societies for statewide Addresses and links. EMAIL US with websites links to Louisa County Archives, Libraries, Genealogical and Historical Societies or any other repository of genealogical information relating to Louisa County.

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Louisa County Court, Probate and Tax Records

See Also Virginia Court, Probate & Land Records, Tax Records and Marriage Records

Louisa County Clerk of the Circuit Court has Marriage Records from 1763, Land Records from 1742, Probate Records from 1742 and Court Records from 1742 and is located at the County Courthouse on Box 37, 100 W. Main Street, Louisa, VA 23093-0037; 540/967-5312 .

Below is a list of online resources for Louisa County Court Records. EMAIL US with websites containing Louisa County Court Records.

Louisa County, VA Birth, Marriage, Divorce and Death Records

See Also Birth, Marriage, Divorce and Death Records in Virginia or Research In Vital Records

PLEASE READ FIRST!!! The information contained below is not guaranteed, as addresses and prices change frequently. It is recommended that you confirm the price and address by calling the vital records office before you place your order.

How to obtain copies of Louisa Co., Virginia vital records, such as Louisa Co birth certificates, Louisa Co death certificates, Louisa Co marriage licenses & Louisa Co divorce decrees.

Virginia Birth, marriage, and death records are connected with central life events. They are prime sources for genealogical information. Vital Statistics include the official recordation of marriage certificates, birth certificates, and death certificates. Bible records, cemetery records, and church records are private sources that may supplement the official records.

  • Louisa Co Birth Certificate: available from June 1912 to present. Birth Certificates are issued or from the State office. Birth Certificates are public information 100 years after the date of the event
  • Louisa Co Death Certificates: available from June 1912 to present. Death Certificates are issued or from the State office. Death Certificates are public information 50 years after the date of the event
  • Louisa Co Marriage Certificate: available from 1853 to the present from the Clerk of Court in county where the marriage license was issued or from the State office. Marriage Certificates are public information 50 years after the date of the event.
  • Louisa Co Divorce Decrees: available from 1918 to the present from the Clerk of Court in county where the marriage license was issued or from the State office. Divorce Decrees are public information 50 years after the date of the event.

Order Virginia Birth Certificate, Death Certificate, Divorce Decree and Marriage Certificates from the Virginia Department of Health, Office of Vital Records online, by Mail, by Phone, Fax, On-Line, or Credit Card or In Person. Due to limited resources they are unable to conduct geneology searches. Contact the Library of Virginia for assistance at http://www.lva.virginia.gov/.

Below is a list of online resources for Louisa County Vital Records. EMAIL US with websites containing Louisa County Vital Records.

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Louisa County Census Records

See Also Research In Census Records or Virginia Census Records

Few, if any, records reveal as many details about individuals and families as do government census records. Substitute records can be used when the official census is unavailable

Countywide Records: Federal Population Schedules that exist for Louisa County, Virginia are 1810, 1820, 1830, 1840, 1850, 1860, 1870, 1880, 1890 (fragment, see below), 1900, 1910, 1910, 1920 and 1940. Other Federal Schedules to look at when researching your family tree in Louisa County are Industry and Agriculture Schedules availible for the years 1850, 1860, 1870 and 1880. Slave Schedules exist for 1850 & 1860. The Mortality Schedules for the years 1850, 1860, 1870 and 1880.

Below is a list of online resources for Louisa County Census Records. EMAIL US with websites containing Louisa County Census Records.

1790 Louisa County, VA Census Records (destroyed by British Army in August 1814)

1800 Louisa County, VA Census Records (destroyed by British Army in August 1814)

1810 Louisa County, VA Census Records

1820 Louisa County, VA Census Records

1830 Louisa County, VA Census Records

1840 Louisa County, VA Census Records

1850 Louisa County, VA Census Records

1860 Louisa County, VA Census Records

1870 Louisa County, VA Census Records

1880 Louisa County, VA Census Records

1890 Louisa County, VA Census Records (destroyed by fire at the Commerce Dept on 10 January 1921)

1900 Louisa County, VA Census Records

1910 Louisa County, VA Census Records

1920 Louisa County, VA Census Records

1930 Louisa County, VA Census Records

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Louisa County, VA Military Records

See Also Research In Military Records or Research In Colonial & United States Wars From Earliest to 1865

Military and civil service records provide unique facts and insights into the lives of men and women who have served their country at home and abroad.

Below is a list of online resources for Louisa County Military Records. EMAIL US with websites containing Louisa County Military Records.

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Louisa County Genealogical Addresses

See Also Other Virginia Genealogical Addresses

Below is a list of online resources for Louisa County Genealogical Addresses. Email us with websites containing Louisa County Genealogical Addresses by clicking the link below:

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Louisa County, VA Cemeteries & Graveyards

See Also Research In Cemetery Records

There are many churches and cemeteries in Louisa County. Some transcriptions are online. A great site is the Louisa County Tombstone Transcription Project.

Below is a list of online resources for Louisa County Cemetery & Church Records. EMAIL US with websites containing Louisa County Cemetery & Church Records.

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Louisa County, VA Church & Bible Records

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Below is a list of online resources for Louisa County Church & Bible Records. EMAIL US with websites links to Louisa County Church & Bible Records Records.

Family Trees & Genealogy Tidbits

 

Below is a list of online resources for Louisa County Family Trees, web forums and other family type information . Email us with websites containing Louisa County Family Trees, web forums and other family type information by clicking the link below:

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