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When was Kossuth County, IA Created?
Kossuth County was established on January 15, 1851 (Organized in 1856) from Unorganized Territory. The county was named in honor of Lajos Kossuth, (1802–1894), Hungarian revolutionary who was inspired by American democratic ideals
What is the County Seat of Kossuth County, IA?
The County Seat is located in Algona and the county government website is http://www.co.kossuth.ia.us/
What counties are adjacent to Kossuth County, IA?
Bordering Counties are Martin County, Minnesota, Faribault County, Minnesota, Winnebago County, Hancock County, Humboldt County, Palo Alto County, Emmet County.
What cities and towns are in Kossuth County, IA?
Cities and towns located in the County include Algona, Bancroft, Burt, Fenton, Lakota, Ledyard, Lone Rock, Lu Verne, Swea City, Titonka, Wesley, West Bend, Whittemore.
Where can find Kossuth County Birth, marriage, Divorce and Death Records?
Kossuth County vital records can be found at the Iowa Office of Vital Records which has copies of birth, marriage and death records from July 1880. There is a fee for each copy requested. Please refer to the information to the Statewide Vital Records in Iowa for current fees and application process.
You can search online for Kossuth County Birth, Marriage, Divorce or Death Records. You can also Order Electronically Online or can download an application for Iowa Birth Certificate, Marriage Certificate, Death Certificate Application to mail.
What Kossuth County, IA census records are available?
There are many types of census records for Kossuth County guide you in researching your family tree. Federal Population Schedules are available for 1860, 1870, 1880 (free index), 1890 (fragment), 1900, 1910, 1920, 1930, 1940.
Kossuth Co. Mortality Schedules can be found for 1860, 1870 and 1880. Kossuth Co. Industry and Agriculture can be obtained for 1860, 1870 and 1880. Kossuth Co. Union Veterans Schedules is available for 1890.
Another Iowa census is the Iowa State Census Collection from 1836-1925. One can find free online and printable census forms to help you with your research. See Also Iowa Census Records Research Guide
What genealogical records can I find in the Kossuth County Courthouse?
The below facts shows exactly what death, marriage, birth, property, wills, and court records are typically in Kossuth County. The years listed below are the first noted records with this county. See Also Iowa Corthouse Records Research Guide.
PLEASE READ FIRST!!! Please call the clerk's department to confirm hours, mailing address, fees and other specifics before visiting or requesting information because of sometimes changing contact information. The Department Offices DO NOT DO RESEARCH. The files are available to interested parties, barring private issues. Many staff will guide individuals in locating the materials, however it's up to the person to carry out the research. Kossuth County was attached to Boone County & Webster County for a breif time prior to organization March 1, 1856. Some early records may be found there.
What genealogical and historical societies, archives, museums, associations and libraries are available for Kossuth County, IA?
A list of Kossuth County Historical and Genealogical Societies, Libraries, Archives. See also list of Statewide Iowa Archives, Historical & Genealogical Societies.
Where can I connect with other Kossuth County, IA Researchers through message boards and forums?
What other genealogical resources are available in Kossuth County, IA?
The following are web links to Genealogy, Records and Resources pertaining to Kossuth County. Many of these genealogy links fall into 3 categories: Business oriented Sites, Private Sites or Organization Sites. Some have free access some have to have a cost. This is simply a list which has been compiled or submitted. I do not endorse or promote one genealogy site over another.