Genealogy Research in the Town of Union

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Birth, marriage and death records for the Town of Union date back to the late 1700's, however, they are not a complete listing as prior to 1892 towns were not required to keep a complete recording of events. 

When requesting genealogy information, please include all known information; names, dates and location.  If a record is found, there is a fee of $15.00 for a certified/true attest copy or $10.00 for a photocopy labeled "NOT FOR LEGAL PURPOSES."  The Town also charges a $15.00 vital record(s) research fee of $15.00 per hour after the first hour.

Specific questions regarding our policy for genealogical research should be directed to the Town Clerk's Office at (207) 785-3658.

Helpful Hints

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1)  Prior to 1892, towns were not required to file records of birth, marriage and death.  Some towns have records before 1892, but these are not a complete recording of events.

2)  Unsure where the event took place?  Begin by contacting the state, they maintain copies of records from every town in Maine.

3)  Be sure to check family bibles, city directories, obituaries, old maps, old photographs, town history books, your local historical society (visit Union's at http://www.midcoast.com/comespring/ ) and old newspapers for information.

4)  State Archives keeps a list of professional genealogists who will provide research for a fee.

5)  Contact the Maine State Archives.  They have birth, marriage and death records for each town in the state from 1892 - 1922. 

Send mail to:
84 State House Station
Cultural Building
Augusta, ME 04333-0084

Call:
Search Room:  (207) 287-5788
State Records Center (207) 287-5792

Visit them on the web:
http://www.state.me.us/sos/arc/

6)  Contact the Office of Vital Statistics.  They have birth, marriage and death records for each town in the state from 1923 - Present.  They also maintain divorce records from state courts.  They will accept credit cards.

Send mail to:
221 State St.
Augusta, ME 04333-0011

Call:
(207) 287-6490

Visit them on the web:
http://www.state.me.us/dhhs