Approximately 1000 manuscripts were gathered from many sources and relate to topoics of 19th century history. An index is available for use in the Archives. 1855-Present Administrative matters, prayers, devotional practices, parish contributions to annual collections. Deeds to land for parish property including churches, rectories, schools, convents. Architectural drawings and blueprints for churches, schools, rectories, convents.
Holdings are more complete for post World War II buildings.
Size and shape of parish property. A collection of photographs of churches, schools, other buildings, events, and some portrait photographs. Not all parishes are represented, nor is the collection in any way comprehensive. A card index is available. Collection has received only rudimentary cataloguing, the number of films and tapes is unknown.