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The District of Columbia Superior Court’s Marriage Bureau has resumed issuing marriage licenses now that the federal government has reopened. Please contact the Court at https://www.dccourts.gov/services/marriage-matters for marriage license information.

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Obtain a proclamation or letter from the Mayor to recognize noteworthy District people and events. The Ceremonial Services Unit prepares documents to commemorate individuals and special events.

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District of Columbia notaries public must be 18 years of age, be of good moral character and live or work in the District of Columbia.

Meet the DC Sister Cities

Washington, DC partners with other nations' capitals throughout the world. These partnerships create opportunities for cities to learn from each other.

DC One Fund -- Each One Help One

The DC One Fund program is the District Government’s workplace giving program. It is jointly administered by the United Way of the National Capital Area and The United Black Fund Inc. of Greater Washington, DC.

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District of Columbia Archives

Information on accessing historical records at the DC Archives.

Notary and Authentication Services

Information on Notary commissions to qualified individuals who seek to become a DC notary.

Request a Ceremonial Document

Learn how to request a ceremonial document.

Public Records Services

Information on submitting a research request for Public Records.

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Information on becoming a notary in DC.

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Jan 11 2019

Mayor Bowser Signs LOVE Act, Allowing Couples to Get Married in DC Despite Government Shutdown

The Secretary of the District of Columbia takes over marriage licensing roles during the partial...

Dec 13 2018

District Announces Awardees of FY 2019 Voting Rights and Statehood Grant

(Washington, DC) - Today, the Office of the Secretary of the District of Columbia announced that...

Oct 1 2018

Office of the Secretary of the District of Columbia Announces Grant Application Deadline for the 2019 DC Democracy Grant

Application Opening Date: Monday, October 1, 2018

Jan 22 2018

Office of the Secretary of the District of Columbia Announces Grant Application Deadline for the 2018 DC Democracy Grant

Application Opening Date: Monday, January 22, 2018

Aug 18 2017

District Announces Awardees of FY 2017 Voting Rights and Statehood Grant

(Washington, DC) - Today, the Office of the Secretary of the District of Columbia announced that...

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Public Forum on the New DC Archives

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The Bowser Administration and Secretary of DC Lauren C Vaughan will host A Public Forum on the New DC Archives. The Secretary of the District of Columbia, in cooperation with the Friends of the DC Archives, is convening a forum to garner public input and ensure that the residents of the District of Columbia have an opportunity to learn about and understand the importance of protecting and preserving DC’s valuable historical documents and artifacts.