In Nebraska, when the counties were originally formed, vital records were kept by the County Registrar's office. In 1904, the task of collecting and maintaining vital records was taken over by the state government, and the County Registrar's office was eliminated.

1. What birth records does the Seward County Clerk's office have available?
None.When the County Registrar's office was eliminated, all birth records were moved to the State.

2. What death records does the Seward County Clerk's office have available?
None.When the County Registrar's office was eliminated, all birth records were moved to the State.

3. What marriage records does the Seward County Clerk's office have available?
Marriage records dating back to December 1869 are available.

4. What naturalization records are available at the Clerk of District Court office?
Naturalization records dating back to approximately 1877 are available. Note that the naturalization process could take place through either a State or Federal Court. Records for naturalization through state courts prior to formation the US Bureau of Immigration and Naturalization, may be available in the county where the naturalization took place. For naturalizations through Federal courts, see the information on the Published Sources web page.

Information on obtaining copies of birth, death and marriage records from the State of Nebraska, Health & Human Services System, is available at this web site.