Kern County Hall of Records, Government records repository in Downtown Bakersfield, United States.
Kern County Hall of Records is a three-story administrative building in downtown Bakersfield distinguished by PWA Moderne architecture and large windows. The facility on Chester Avenue serves as the primary repository for birth and death certificates, property deeds, and genealogical materials.
The building was constructed in 1909 with original Beaux Arts styling before being substantially redesigned in 1939. Architect Francis W. Wynkoop oversaw the renovation that transformed it into PWA Moderne design, which the structure retains today.
The building houses personal documents and family histories of Kern County residents that people regularly visit to explore their past. This collection makes the records facility an important place for anyone trying to understand their roots or family background.
Access is available during regular business hours and visitors can request official documents or conduct research on site. Contact information and exact hours can be obtained by calling +1 661-868-6449.
The building survived the severe 1952 earthquake that heavily shook the Kern County region. This resilience makes it a remarkable example of early modern construction in an earthquake-prone zone.
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