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Waukesha County, Wisconsin

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

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Waukesha was created on 1846 from Milwaukee County. The County Seat is Waukesha. Named when its territory was separated from Milwaukee, and erected into a county. There was a strong popular desire for an Indian name. Waukt-shaw was suggested as being the Potawatomi form of fox, because the waters of the lower part of the county drain into Fox River of Illinois (which is, however, named for the Fox tribe of Indians, not for the animal). The name, therefore, was not an aboriginal name of the locality, but one chosen by its early American settlers from Indian vocabularies.

Counties adjacent to Waukesha County are Washington County (north), Ozaukee County (northeast), Milwaukee County (east), Racine County, Walworth County (southwest), Jefferson County (west), Dodge County (northwest). Waukesha County Cities Include Brookfield, Delafield, Milwaukee, Muskego, New Berlin, Oconomowoc, Pewaukee, Waukesha. Towns Include Brookfield, Delafield, Eagle, Genesee, Lisbon, Merton, Mukwonago, Oconomowoc, Ottawa, Summit, Waukesha, Vernon. Villages Include Big Bend, Butler, Chenequa, Dousman, Eagle, Elm Grove, Hartland, Lac La Belle, Lannon, Menomonee Falls, Merton, Mukwonago, Nashotah, North Prairie, Pewaukee, Oconomowoc Lake, Sussex, Wales

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County Court, Probate and Tax Records

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

Additional info below identify the purposes (C=county purposes; J=judicial purposes), the county or counties to which it was attached, and the dates of that attachment.

The date listed for each category of record is usually the earliest registration filed. The earliest date does not indicate that there are numerous records for that year and does not mean that all such events were actually registered. It has been estimated that less than 50 percent of the vital records, for example, were prepared and submitted for permanent filing prior to 1907. Land deeds, probate, and court records generally begin in Wisconsin with the organization of the county. Prior to that date, check the “Parent County.” Some counties formed from other counties transcribed their portion of property deeds to be kept with the new county deed records.

All Departments below can be contacted by clicking the link below for each department. NOTE: The record dates below are from the earliest date to present time.

Waukesha County Register of Deeds Office has Birth Records from 1860, Marriage Records from 1846, Death Records from 1872 and Land Records from 1841.

In 1848 the Wisconsin Constitution established the Register of Deeds as a permanent element of the County level of governmental structure. The purpose of the Waukesha County Register of Deeds is to provide official record keeping for Records or files land record documents authorized by law, such as deeds, mortgages, satisfactions, certified survey maps, plats and Federal Tax liens. Files and indexes Birth, Death and Marriage records, Military Discharges, and issues certified copies upon request.

Waukesha County Register in Probate Office has Probate Records from 1847.

It is the responsibility of the Register in Probate to maintain and update files regarding probate of estates, guardianships, protective placements, adoptions and mental commitments. This is a statutory office with the position of Register in Probate filled by judicial appointment.

Waukesha County Clerk of Court Office has Court Records from 1847.

The Clerk of Court is part of the Judicial Branch of local government and as such is required to maintain a record of all documents filed with the courts, keep a record of all court proceedings, and collect various fines and forfeitures ordered by the court and specified by statute.

Waukesha County Treasurers Office - The County Treasurer's office collects all real estate taxes including postponed and delinquent, all county revenues in addition to the research and issue tax deed applications. Our department is the holder of tax records and assessed values.

Below is a list of online resources for Waukesha County Court Records. Email us with websites containing Waukesha County Court Records by clicking the link below:

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County Birth, Marriage, Divorce and Death Records

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

Birth, marriage, and death records are connected with central life events. They are prime sources for genealogical information.

Wisconsin Division of Health, Vital Records, 1 West Wilson Street, Rm 158, Madison, WI 53701. Thier mailing address is Wisconsin Vital Records Office, P.O. Box 309, Madison, WI 53701-0309. Telephone: For automated assistance 24 hours a day, please call (608) 266-1371. To contact our service counter during the hours of 8:00 A.M. to 4:15 P.M. (C.S.T.), Monday through Friday, please call (608) 266-1373. All fees are not refundable if no record is found. You must enclose a personal check or money order made payable to "Wis. Vital Records". Please do not send cash. Please include a self-addressed, stamped, business-size envelope with your request. They have the following records:

  • Birth, Marriage & Death Certificates: In Wisconsin, official registration of births, marriages & deaths vary by county.
    • Cost: $20.00 is the cost for the search, which includes one copy of the birth, marriage or death certificate, if found. Additional copies of the same record, requested at the same time as the first, are $3.00 each. The cost is the same whether you request a certified or uncertified copy of the birth certificate.
    • Processing Time: Filled requests take 3-6 months when ordered by mail (Application for Birth, Marriage or Death) or 2-5 Days when you order online.
  • Divorces: Divorces on availible since Oct 1907.
    • Cost: $20.00 is the cost for the search, which includes one copy of the divorce certificate, if found. Additional copies of the same record, requested at the same time as the first, are $3.00 each. The cost is the same whether you request a certified or uncertified copy of the birth certificate.
    • Processing Time: Filled requests take 3-6 months when ordered by mail (Application) or 2-5 Days when you order online Below.

Ordering Vital Records - You can also order

  • Order Electronically Online or You can download an application for Birth, Marriage, Divorce or Death Certificates to mail. Order Birth Records, Marriage Records, Divorce Records or Death Records.

    Order In Person: You can apply in person for a copy of a marriage certificate at 1 West Wilson Street, Room 158, in Madison, Wisconsin (driving directions/parking). The office is open from 8:00 A.M. until 4:15 P.M. (C.S.T.), Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. Identification is required to pick up certified copies of vital records in person.

    Below is a list of online resources for Waukesha County Vital Records. Email us with websites containing Waukesha County Vital Records by clicking the link below:

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    County Census Records

    See Also Research In Census Records & Statewide Census Records for Wisconsin

    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 Waukesha County, Wisconsin are 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 Waukesha County, Wisconsin are Industry and Agriculture Schedules availible for the years 1850, 1860, 1870 and 1880. The Mortality Schedules for the years 1850, 1860, 1870 and 1880. There are free downloadable and printable Census forms to help with your research. These include U.S. Census Extraction Forms and U.K. Census Extraction Forms.

    Below is a list of online resources for Waukesha County Census Records. Email us with websites containing Waukesha County Census Records by clicking the link below:

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    County Military Records

    See Also Research In Military Records or Military Records in Wisconsin

    Below is a list of online resources for Waukesha County Military Records. Email us with websites containing Waukesha County Military Records by clicking the link below:

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    County Genealogical Addresses

    See Also Other Wisconsin Genealogical Addresses

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

    • Submit a website for Waukesha Co. Genealogical Addresses
    • Area Research Center - University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, Division of Archives and Special Collections, Golda Meir Library, Room W250, PO Box 604, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI 53201-0604; Phone: (414) 229-5402
      Counties covered are: Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Sheboygan, Washington, and Waukesha.
    • Big Bend-Vernon Historical Society, PO Box 68, Big Bend, WI 53103-0068; Phone: 262-662-3082
    • Elmbrook Historical Society, PO Box 292, Brookfield, WI 53008-0292; Phone: 262-783-6494
    • Genesee Historical Society, PO Box 52, Genesee Depot, WI 53127-0052; Phone: 262-549-3239
    • Hartland Historical Society, PO Box 54, Hartland, WI 53029; Phone: 262-367-2979
    • Hawks Inn Historical Society, PO Box 104, Delafield, WI 53018; Phone: 262-968-2216
    • Menomonee Falls Historical Society, PO Box 91, Menomonee Falls, WI 53052-0091; Phone: 262-255-1776
    • Muskego Historical Society, PO Box 137, Muskego, WI 53150; Phone: 262-895-7255
    • New Berlin Historical Society, 5575 S Maberry Ln, New Berlin, WI 53146; Phone: 262-679-1783
    • Oconomowoc Historical Society, 103 W Jefferson St, Oconomowoc, WI 53066-0969; Phone: 262-567-5272
    • Pewaukee Area Historical Society, PO Box 104, Pewaukee, WI 53072; Phone: 262-691-0233
    • Waukesha County Genealogical Society, PO Box 1541, Waukesha, WI 53187-1541
    • Waukesha County Historical Society & Museum, 101 W Main St, Waukesha, WI 53186; Phone: 262-521-2859
    • Waukesha Engine Historical Society, 1000 W St Paul Ave, Waukesha, WI 53188; Phone: 262-549-2606
    • Wisconsin Postal History Society, N95 W32259 County Line Rd, Hartland, WI 53029; Phone: 262-966-7096
    • State Historical Society of Wisconsin, 816 State Street, Madison, WI 53706-1488
    • Wisconsin State Genealogical Society, PO Box 5106, Madison, WI 53705
    • National Archives - Great Lakes Region (Chicago), 7358 South Pulaski Road, Chicago, Illinois 60629-5898; 773-948-9001; E-mail: chicago.archives@nara.gov (Maintains retired records from Federal agencies and courts in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.)
    • Newspapers & Periodicals - The Newspapers & Periodicals Collection lets you discover a wealth of information about your ancestors from many historical newspapers, magazines, and other periodicals. These types of sources can often supplement public records and provide information that is not recorded anywhere else. Here, you can learn more about your ancestor's possible daily activities by placing them in the context of their time.
    • Wisconsin Genealogical Society Books at Amazon.com
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    County County Cemeteries & Graveyards

    See Also Research In Cemetery Records or Statewide Cemetery Links for Wisconsin

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

    Below is a list of online resources for Waukesha County Cemetery & Church Records. Email us with websites containing Waukesha County Cemetery & Church Records by clicking the link below:

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    County Church & Bible Records

    See Also Research In Church Records or Statewide Church & Bible Links for Wisconsin

    For periods before the advent of civil registration of vital statistics, Wisconsin church records rank as the best available sources for information on specific vital events: birth, marriage, and death. Wisconsin bible records is a good primary source for genealogy research and information. You will find many different Wisconsin surnames listed in many of these Bibles which include old photos, obituaries and other facts such as birth and death dates.

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    Family Trees & Genealogy Tidbits

     

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

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