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Pawnee County, Kansas Facts

When was Pawnee County, KS Created?
Pawnee County was established on February 26, 1867 from Peketon Territory. The county was named for the Pawnee Native Americans, who lived in the area.

What is the County Seat of Pawnee County, KS?
The County Seat is located in Larned and the county government website is http://www.pawneecountykansas.com/

What counties are adjacent to Pawnee County, KS?
Bordering Counties are Rush CountyBarton CountyStafford CountyEdwards CountyHodgeman CountyNess County.

What cities and towns are in Pawnee County, KS?
Cities and towns located in the County include Larned, Burdett, Garfield, Rozel.

Pawnee County, KS Vital Records

Where can find Pawnee County Birth, marriage, Divorce and Death Records?
Pawnee County vital records can be found at the Kansas Office of Vital Records has copies of birth and death records from July 1, 1911; marriage records from May 1913 and divorce records from July 1951. There is a fee for each copy requested. Please refer to the information to the Statewide Vital Records in Kansas for current fees and application process. Birth, marriage, and death records are connected with central life events.

You can search online for Pawnee County Birth, Marriage, Divorce or Death Records. You can also Order Electronically Online or can download an application for Kansas Birth CertificateMarriage CertificateDivorce CertificateDeath Certificate Applications to mail.

Pawnee County, KS Census Records


What Pawnee County, KS census records are available?
There are many types of census records for Pawnee County guide you in researching your family tree. Federal Population Schedules are available for 1880 (free index)1890 (fragment)19001910192019301940.

Pawnee Co. Mortality Schedules is available for 1880. Pawnee Co. Industry and Agriculture Schedules can be acquired for 1880. Pawnee Co. Union Veterans Schedules can be acquired for 1890.

Another census resource is the Kansas State Census Collection from 1855-1925. You’ll find free down-loadable not to mention printable census forms to help you with your research. See Also Kansas Census Records Research Guide

Pawnee County, KS Courthouse and Government Records

Pawnee County Courthouse

What genealogical records can I find in the Pawnee County Courthouse?
The below facts shows exactly what death, marriage, birth, property, wills, and court records are typically in Pawnee County. The years listed below are the first noted records with this county. See Also Kansas Corthouse Records Research Guide.

  • Pawnee County Courthouse (all departments listed below are located here, unless otherwise noted) is located at 715 Broadway, Larned, KS 67550; Phone: (620)285-3721.
  • Pawnee County Clerks Office has Birth Records from 1880-1911Marriage Records from 1873 and Death Records from 1880-1911. The Register of Deeds shall have custody of and safely keep and preserve all the books, records, deeds, maps, papers and microphotographs deposited or kept in the office of the Register of Deeds. The Register of Deeds shall also record or cause to be recorded all deeds, mortgages, maps, instruments and writings authorized by law to be recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds and shall perform all other duties as are required by law.
  • Pawnee County Register of Deeds Office has Land Records from 1872. The Register of Deeds shall have custody of and safely keep and preserve all the books, records, deeds, maps, papers and microphotographs deposited or kept in the office of the Register of Deeds. The Register of Deeds shall also record or cause to be recorded all deeds, mortgages, maps, instruments and writings authorized by law to be recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds and shall perform all other duties as are required by law.
  • Pawnee County Clerk of District Court has Probate Records from 1872 and Court Records from 1873. 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.
  • BLM Land Records

Pawnee County, KS Societies and Family History Resources

What genealogical and historical societies, archives, museums, associations and libraries are available for Pawnee County, KS?
A list of Pawnee County Historical  and Genealogical Societies, Libraries, Archives. See also list of Statewide Kansas Archives, Historical & Genealogical Societies.

Where can I connect with other Pawnee County, KS Researchers through message boards and forums?

What other genealogical resources are available in Pawnee County, KS?
The following are web links to Genealogy, Records and Resources pertaining to Pawnee County. A majority of these genealogy links fall into 3 categories: Commercial Sites, Private Sites or Organization Sites. Some have free access some call for a fee. This is simply a directory which has been gathered or submitted. I do not recommend or promote one genealogy site over another.

Pawnee Co. KS Books, Newspapers & Publications

Pawnee Co. KS Cemeteries & Church Records

Pawnee Co. KS Family Websites, Pictures & Histories

Pawnee Co. KS General and History Websites

Pawnee Co. KS Maps, Atlases & Gazetteers

Pawnee Co. KS Military Records