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Thanks for visiting the Diocese of Madison Archives. The existence and preservation of the diocesan archives are governed by the Code of Canon Law.
Currently, the archives is engaged in a major undertaking to digitize all the Sacramental record books in every pastorate / parish in the Diocese of Madison. We are at approximately 25% completion as of March, 2025. The archives continues to work with parishes and pastorates to convert their registers to a digitized format. This format not only preserves the register data, but it also serves as another medium to make searches easier.
The archives have several main objectives:
The archives recognizes the importance of genealogical research. Due to the current digitization project, the archives is not able to assist directly with genealogical research requests at this time. It is recommended that you reach out to the pastorate / parish where you are seeking records and information. When requesting information, please try to be as specific as possible, as that will aid the parish / pastorate in assisting you more readily. We are currently in the process of introducing pastorates / parishes to the volunteer role of parish research assistants who can help with requests related to genealogical research. As of March, 2025, We are currently undertaking this process and appreciate your patience as this role is introduced to our parishes/pastorates. If you have an interest in assisting your parish / pastorate in this capacity, please reach out to the office staff for more information.
If you need assistance in connecting with parishes / pastorates, please use the contact form below, and we'll be happy to assist.If you are seeking a copy of your baptismal, confirmation or marriage record, please contact the pastorate / parish in which you were baptized. You can use our diocesan interactive map to find your parish and reach out to them. The archives can only issue certificates for parishes that have been suppressed or closed.
Copies of school transcripts may be obtained by contacting the school directly. For contact information, please visit our Office of Catholic Schools Interactive map.
If you attended one of the following schools located in the Diocese of Madison: