Archives and Records

The Archives and Records Department is the official repository for materials about the origin, history, spirit and the growth of the Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Cross and its ministries since 1843. Special collections include the services of the sisters in the Civil War, Spanish-American War, Emergency Services Overseas under the sponsorship of Catholic Relief Services (CRS), and papers delivered at the annual Holy Cross History Association Conferences.

It contains records of current, deceased and former members of the congregation, as well as records of students from closed educational institutions sponsored by the congregation.

Heritage Rooms
The main Heritage Room contains artifacts, photographs and samples of significant documents relevant to each General Administration. The Moreau Room, opened in January 2010, helps to expand the visitor’s knowledge and experience of Blessed Basil Anthony Moreau, founder of the Congregations of Holy Cross. Both are are open during regular Archives hours.

Transcripts
The department has the permanent records of students from closed educational institutions sponsored by the congregation. Transcripts are available upon written request.

Research
Telephone and mail requests for limited research are accepted. On-site researchers are accommodated only by prior arrangement through the director of Archives. Most records are open for research, however some administrative records are restricted. Personal records are accessible only to archives staff. Credit must be given for materials used in publications. A fee may be charged for extensive research.

Contact Us
Sisters of the Holy Cross Archives and Records
101 Bertrand Hall – Saint Mary’s
Notre Dame, Indiana 46556-5000
Phone: (574) 284-5572
Fax: (574) 284-5900
E-mail: archives@cscsisters.org

Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.