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Hancock county was organized in 1828 from parent county Madison. It was named for John Hancock, the first signer of the Declaration of Independence. In 2020 its population was 79,840. Greenfield serves as the county seat.
Hancock County
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Hancock county
Historical Overview
Hancock County Information
Townships
Blue River, Brandywine, Brown, Buck Creek, Center, Green, Jackson, Sugar Creek, Vernon
Towns
Cumberland, Fortville, Greenfield, McCordsville, New Palestine, Shirley, Spring Lake, Wilkinson
Surrounding Counties
Madison, Henry, Rush, Shelby, Marion, Hamilton
Hancock County Genealogist
County genealogists are invaluable resources for anyone seeking to delve into the past. They can answer general questions about the county, providing insights into its history, culture, and communities. Need to know where specific records are held or where to find them? County genealogists are experts at pointing you in the right direction. They’ll also inform you about what records exist and, just as importantly, which records do not exist, saving you valuable research time.
County genealogists can recommend search avenues and tools tailored to your specific needs, ensuring you’re on the right track to uncovering your family’s history. Please note that while they are fantastic information resources, they are not typically able to conduct genealogy research for you. Instead, they empower you with the knowledge and tools you need to embark on your own genealogical journey.
County Genealogist
Paul McNeil
County Genealogist
Learn more about becoming the county genealogist for Hancock
Contact Information
pmcneil@hcplibrary.org
Hancock County Research
Hancock County Historical Society
28 Apple St
Greenfield, IN 46140
Mailing
P.O. Box 375
Greenfield, IN 46140
317-462-7780
hancockhistory@live.com
https://hancockhistory.org/
28 Apple St
Greenfield, IN 46140
Mailing
P.O. Box 375
Greenfield, IN 46140
317-462-7780
hancockhistory@live.com
https://hancockhistory.org/
Fortville-Vernon Township Public Library
625 E Broadway St
Fortville, IN 46040
317-485-6402
https://www.fvtpl.org/
Hancock County Public Library
Central Library
900 W McKenzie Rd
Greenfield, IN 46140
317-462-5141 ext. 240
www.hcplibrary.org
Sugar Creek Branch
5731 W US 52
New Palestine, IN 46163
317-861-6618
(limited physical materials on local history and genealogy, but users can access HCPL’s genealogy databases and FamilySearch.org Affiliate Library online resources)
625 E Broadway St
Fortville, IN 46040
317-485-6402
https://www.fvtpl.org/
Hancock County Public Library
Central Library
900 W McKenzie Rd
Greenfield, IN 46140
317-462-5141 ext. 240
www.hcplibrary.org
Sugar Creek Branch
5731 W US 52
New Palestine, IN 46163
317-861-6618
(limited physical materials on local history and genealogy, but users can access HCPL’s genealogy databases and FamilySearch.org Affiliate Library online resources)
Hancock County Historical Society
28 Apple St
Greenfield, IN 46140
Mailing
P.O. Box 375
Greenfield, IN 46140
317-462-7780
hancockhistory@live.com
https://hancockhistory.org/
28 Apple St
Greenfield, IN 46140
Mailing
P.O. Box 375
Greenfield, IN 46140
317-462-7780
hancockhistory@live.com
https://hancockhistory.org/
BIRTH
The recording of birth certificates began in 1882. There are some court recorded births prior to 1882.
Physical records are available in the Hancock County Health Department
Hancock County Health Department
Hancock County Annex
111 Legion Place Suite 150
Greenfield, Indiana 46140
Phone: 317-477-1125
https://www.hancockin.gov/220/Health
The recording of death certificates began in 1882.
Physical records are available at the Hancock County Health Department
Hancock County Health Department
Hancock County Annex
111 Legion Place Suite 150
Greenfield, Indiana 46140
Phone: 317-477-1125
https://www.hancockin.gov/220/Health
The recording of birth certificates began in 1882. There are some court recorded births prior to 1882.
Physical records are available in the Hancock County Health Department
Hancock County Health Department
Hancock County Annex
111 Legion Place Suite 150
Greenfield, Indiana 46140
Phone: 317-477-1125
https://www.hancockin.gov/220/Health
The recording of death certificates began in 1882.
Physical records are available at the Hancock County Health Department
Hancock County Health Department
Hancock County Annex
111 Legion Place Suite 150
Greenfield, Indiana 46140
Phone: 317-477-1125
https://www.hancockin.gov/220/Health
MARRIAGE
The recording of marriages began as early as Indiana’s days as a territory. The earliest records located in Hancock County are from 1828.
Physical records are available at the Hancock County Clerk of Courts office
Hancock County Courthouse
9 East Main Street, Room 213
Greenfield, Indiana 46140
Phone: 317-477-1109
https://www.hancockin.gov/169/Clerk-of-Courts
PROBATE
The recording of probate court records began as early as 1828. Physical records may be researched at the Hancock County Circuit Court.
Hancock County Courthouse
9 East Main Street, Room 302
Greenfield, Indiana 46140
Phone: 317-477-1107
https://www.hancockin.gov/194/Circuit-Court
PROPERTY
Current property descriptions (including parcel IDs), tax, sales, and ownership history information can be found through the county’s GIS provider called Beacon.
https://beacon.schneidercorp.com/
Historical deeds to property may be researched at the Hancock County Recorder’s office.
111 South American Legion Place, Suite 202
Greenfield, Indiana 46140
Phone: 317-477-1142
https://www.hancockin.gov/269/Recorder
Historical property transfers may be researched at the Hancock County Auditor’s office.
111 South American Legion Place, Suite 217
Greenfield, Indiana 46140
Phone: 317-477-1105
Fax: 317-477-1712
https://www.hancockin.gov/171/Auditor
The recording of marriages began as early as Indiana’s days as a territory. The earliest records located in Hancock County are from 1828.
Physical records are available at the Hancock County Clerk of Courts office
Hancock County Courthouse
9 East Main Street, Room 213
Greenfield, Indiana 46140
Phone: 317-477-1109
https://www.hancockin.gov/169/Clerk-of-Courts
PROBATE
The recording of probate court records began as early as 1828. Physical records may be researched at the Hancock County Circuit Court.
Hancock County Courthouse
9 East Main Street, Room 302
Greenfield, Indiana 46140
Phone: 317-477-1107
https://www.hancockin.gov/194/Circuit-Court
PROPERTY
Current property descriptions (including parcel IDs), tax, sales, and ownership history information can be found through the county’s GIS provider called Beacon.
https://beacon.schneidercorp.com/
Historical deeds to property may be researched at the Hancock County Recorder’s office.
111 South American Legion Place, Suite 202
Greenfield, Indiana 46140
Phone: 317-477-1142
https://www.hancockin.gov/269/Recorder
Historical property transfers may be researched at the Hancock County Auditor’s office.
111 South American Legion Place, Suite 217
Greenfield, Indiana 46140
Phone: 317-477-1105
Fax: 317-477-1712
https://www.hancockin.gov/171/Auditor
Hancock County Families
Harry Brown Alexander
Harry Brown Alexanderbirth: 1 Sep 1878, Franklin, Johnson Co., IN to Milton Gregg Alexander and...
Ernest Gaston Tidrow Jr
Ernest Gaston Tidrow Jr. birth: 11 Sep 1920 at New Castle, Henry Co., IN to Ernest Gaston Tidrow...
Elmer Wilkerson
Elmer Wilkerson b. 26 September 1906, Muncie, Delaware County, Indiana, to Hall Jackson and Martha...
Daniel Gard Wright
Daniel Gard Wright b. 13 April 1838, Greenfield, Hancock County, Indiana, to Lot and Mary (Martin)...
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