Missouri Genealogy Records

To begin, add a genealogy record or view a list of locations and resources for Missouri genealogy records.

Missouri genealogy records are housed by the Department of Health and Senior Services. They hold a centralized registry of births and deaths since 1910, and a centralized registry of marriages and divorces since 1948. In most cases, in order to obtain copies of vital records from the state, you have to have a direct and tangible interest in that record. Usually that means completing the proper application form and supplying some form of picture ID when requesting genealogy records in Missouri.

While you can often obtain copies of Missouri genealogy records, in most cases, you will not be permitted to examine the original documents themselves. Should you wish to actually examine the documents, it's important to note that the examination can only take place under supervised conditions during normal working hours. You will have to notify the office in advance of your visit so they can set up a work area location for your examination.