Genealogy

(Events before January 1, 1892) all such records are public information and may be examined by anyone.

Birth, marriage and death records for Topsham residents – if the event took place in Topsham– are available from the Town Clerk’s office for $5.00 per each five year period searched. If the record is found, the $5.00 fee includes a photocopy labeled “NOT FOR LEGAL PURPOSES.” If you want a certified copy it will be $15.00, which includes the search fee.

Include all known information with your written request, including alternate spellings.

Make check or money order payable to Town of Topsham, and mail to:

Town Clerk’s Office
100 Main Street
Topsham Maine 04086

Genealogy is the number one hobby in America today.  As a result, municipal clerk offices receive numerous requests each week for information.  Requests are received in person, in the mail, over the phone and now by email messages.  Municipalities have different policies regarding conducting genealogy research – some charge by the hour, some charge per search.  Click here for the information that was developed with the intent to provide information to citizens conducting genealogy research on ancestors from the Topsham, Maine area.  Specific questions regarding office policy for genealogy research in Topsham should be directed to the Town Clerk’s Office at (207) 725-1719.