City Of St Louis, Recorder Of Deeds

City Of St Louis, Recorder Of Deeds Welcome to the Office of the St. Louis City Recorder of Deeds. Louis City Recorder of Deeds and Vital Records Registrar. Louis. Michael Butler
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Our job is to make history every day-- by placing documents on the public record-- and make that history accessible to you and generations to come. The City's Recorder and Registrar maintains nearly 250 years of public records history on the people and property of St. Most of the records in our care must be preserved in perpetuity. Some records are closed records under Missouri law with limited ac

cess. We provide a library rich in documentation of family relationships, real estate transactions, incorporations by businesses and non-profits, and much more-- primary source records for genealogists and scholarly researchers. The City's Recorder and Registrar Office is the only office in Missouri providing one-stop shopping for birth, marriage, land, death, and old corporation records. We look forward to providing you with services because it is a pleasure to do our job. Louis City Recorder of Deeds

06/19/2026

In honor of Juneteenth, the Recorder of Deeds office will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026. Our office will reopen on June 20, 2026, with normal hours and operations.

06/16/2026

Property Fraud Alert is a FREE online subscription service available to the public that provides an early warning system, enabling property owners to take appropriate action if they determine that possible fraudulent activity may have occurred in the City of St. Louis.

Sign Up Today By Visiting: https://www.propertyfraudalert.com/MOCityofStLouis

06/09/2026

Applying for benefits, insurance, or other services that require proof of marriage? 📄

At stlrecorder.com you can start your marriage application, search for your marriage license, and purchase a copy of your marriage license online, 24/7.

06/02/2026

Summer is a busy time for birth certificate requests for travel, camp, and school programs. 🌞🍼

🔹 Beat the rush by ordering birth certificates online - safely and securely: https://stlouiscityrecorder.org/birth/

🔹 Or, check our birth page for instructions before you visit us in City Hall.

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05/26/2026

St. Louis has always been a city of innovators, and Episode 104 of The St. Louis Vault shines a light on one of its most fascinating inventors: Alexandre Ferdinand Godefroy.

From pioneering the hair dryer to leaving behind records that connect his family, business, and legacy to St. Louis history, this episode uncovers the documents that help tell the full story. Explore the archives and discover how one inventor’s impact still reaches into the modern world.

05/15/2026

One year after the May 16 tornado, the City of St. Louis Recorder of Deeds Office is reflecting on the recovery efforts, community support, and vital services provided to more than 2,000 residents and families. Our team worked to help residents replace critical records, protect property rights, and recover with dignity — while also volunteering, donating, and showing up for the community in meaningful ways.

Read the full story on our blog:
https://stlouiscityrecorder.org/news/recorder-of-deeds-marks-one-year-of-recovery-support-following-may-16-tornado/

05/14/2026

Planning a neighborhood history walk or research project? 🚶‍♂️📜

The St Louis City Recorder of Deeds - Archives staff can help you obtain copies of historic deeds and other land records that show how St. Louis blocks and buildings have changed over time.

Reach out using the Archives contact information and include as much detail as possible to help our team locate records. Find out more: https://stlouiscityrecorder.org/archives/

05/04/2026

Need a birth certificate? Skip the trip and order from home! 🏠

The St. Louis City Recorder of Deeds makes getting your birth certificate easier than ever. Order online 24/7 through VitalChek—no need to take time off work or wait in line.

Whether you're planning a trip, applying for a passport, enrolling a child, or need it for official documents, you can request your certified birth certificate any time, day or night, right from your home.

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04/30/2026

Property Fraud Alert is a FREE online subscription service available to the public that provides an early warning system, enabling property owners to take appropriate action if they determine that possible fraudulent activity has occurred in the City of St. Louis.

Sign Up Today By Visiting: https://www.propertyfraudalert.com/MOCityofStLouis

04/28/2026

If you need a certified copy of a death certificate, the City of St. Louis Recorder of Deeds is here to help.

You can order State of Missouri birth and death records online—quickly, securely, and available 24/7 for your convenience, through our VitalChek service.

Visit our website: https://stlouiscityrecorder.org/death/

We’re committed to providing reliable service when it matters most.

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Address

City Hall, Room 128 1200 Market Street
St. Louis, MO
63103

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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+13146224610

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