Guide to the Park County Clerk records

Collection

Identifier: RG1124

Staff Only

Scope and Content

This record group contains records created by the county clerk's office and may include records relating to county government administration, county commissioners, budgets and receiving books, elections and appointments, land ownership, brands, county contracts and agreements, corporation and business records, marriages registered with the county, community welfare, motor vehicle titles, and cartographic records.

Dates

1878-1993

Creator

Park County (Wyo.). Clerk (Organization)

Language of Materials

English

Access Restrictions

The collection is open for research though some record types may be restricted. See notes in the container list.

Copy Restrictions

Limited duplication of print materials allowed for research purposes. User is responsible for all copyright compliance.

Historical Note

The county clerk's office manages records relating to county government administration, real estate transactions, corporations, marriages, elections, road and bridge maintenance, and motor vehicle registrations. Prior to 1909, livestock brands were registered at the county level. Historically, counties were also responsible for the welfare of their citizens and often oversaw early efforts to financially assist the poor, mentally ill and elderly.

Extent

10.5 cubic feet approximately

Additional Description

Abstract

Records of the Park County Clerk.

Arrangement

Arranged by record type. See container list for more information.

Acquisition Information

Transferred from Park County Clerk's office.

Alternate Formats Available

Selected records available on microfilm at the Wyoming State Archives. Selected records have been digitized and are linked within the container list.

Related Material

Additional records created by the Park County Clerk are still with the Clerk's Office.

Additional records created by the Park County Clerk can be found at the Park County Historical Society.