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Washington 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
Washington County Virginia Map

Washington County is the first locality in the United States known to have been named for George Washington. It was formed from Fincastle County in 1776, and a part of Montgomery County was added in 1777. Its area is 563 square miles, and the county seat is Abingdon. The population is 51,103 according to the 2000 census.

The Washington County Official Government Website is located at http://www.washcova.com/wps/portal

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

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Washington County Court, Probate and Tax Records

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

Washington County Clerk of the Circuit Court has Marriage Records from 1782, Land Records from 1778, Probate Records from 1777 and Court Records from 1777 and is located at the County Courthouse on 189 East Main Street, P.O. Box 289, Abingdon, VA 24212-0289; 276/676-6224, 276/676-6226, Fax: 276/676-6218 .

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

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

  • Washington 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
  • Washington 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
  • Washington 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.
  • Washington 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 Washington County Vital Records. EMAIL US with websites containing Washington County Vital Records.

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Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington County Census Records. EMAIL US with websites containing Washington County Census Records.

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

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

1810 Washington County, VA Census Records

1820 Washington County, VA Census Records

1830 Washington County, VA Census Records

1840 Washington County, VA Census Records

1850 Washington County, VA Census Records

1860 Washington County, VA Census Records

1870 Washington County, VA Census Records

1880 Washington County, VA Census Records

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

1900 Washington County, VA Census Records

1910 Washington County, VA Census Records

1920 Washington County, VA Census Records

1930 Washington County, VA Census Records

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

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Washington County Genealogical Addresses

See Also Other Virginia Genealogical Addresses

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

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Washington County, VA Cemeteries & Graveyards

See Also Research In Cemetery Records

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

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

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Washington County, VA Church & Bible Records

See Also Research In Church Records

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

Family Trees & Genealogy Tidbits

 

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

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