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Rappahannock 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
Rappahannock County Virginia Map

Rappahannock County was named for the Rappahannock River, which in turn received its name from an Indian tribe that lived along its banks. There have been two Virginia counties named Rappahannock. The first was created from Lancaster in 1656 and became extinct in 1692 when it was divided into Essex and Richmond counties. The present county was formed from Culpeper County in 1833. Its area is 267 square miles, and the county seat is Washington. The population is 6,983 according to the 2000 census.

The Rappahannock County Official Government Website is located at http://www.eoffice.com/

Below is a list of Rappahannock 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 Rappahannock County Archives, Libraries, Genealogical and Historical Societies or any other repository of genealogical information relating to Rappahannock County.

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Rappahannock County Court, Probate and Tax Records

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

Rappahannock County Clerk of the Circuit Court has Marriage Records from 1833, Land Records from 1833, Probate Records from 1833 and Court Records from 1833 and is located at the County Courthouse on 238 Gay Street, P. O. Box 517, Washington, VA 22747-0517; 540/675-5350, Fax: 540/675-5351.

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Rappahannock 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 Rappahannock Co., Virginia vital records, such as Rappahannock Co birth certificates, Rappahannock Co death certificates, Rappahannock Co marriage licenses & Rappahannock 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.

  • Rappahannock 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
  • Rappahannock 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
  • Rappahannock 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.
  • Rappahannock 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/.

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Rappahannock 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 Rappahannock County, Virginia are 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 Rappahannock 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 Rappahannock County Census Records. EMAIL US with websites containing Rappahannock County Census Records.

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

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

1810 Rappahannock County, VA Census Records

1820 Rappahannock County, VA Census Records

1830 Rappahannock County, VA Census Records

1840 Rappahannock County, VA Census Records

1850 Rappahannock County, VA Census Records

1860 Rappahannock County, VA Census Records

1870 Rappahannock County, VA Census Records

1880 Rappahannock County, VA Census Records

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

1900 Rappahannock County, VA Census Records

1910 Rappahannock County, VA Census Records

1920 Rappahannock County, VA Census Records

1930 Rappahannock County, VA Census Records

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Rappahannock 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 Rappahannock County Military Records. EMAIL US with websites containing Rappahannock County Military Records.

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Rappahannock County Genealogical Addresses

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

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Rappahannock County, VA Cemeteries & Graveyards

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

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

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Rappahannock County, VA Church & Bible Records

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Family Trees & Genealogy Tidbits

 

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