Van Buren County, Missouri Genealogy

History


The county was named after President Martin Van Buren (1782-1862) who was serving as United States Vice President at the time of the county's formation.

1835 -- County formed

Boundary Changes
Van Buren County was renamed Cass County during the presidential election of 1848.

See an interactive map showing Van Buren County's creation, boundary changes and renaming.