Archives

The Diocesan Archives maintains archival collections of information and materials of historical value for the diocese and parishes.  The Archives:

• Is the depository for documents and records of the diocese
• Provides for an accurate and clear record of those events which comprise the official history of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Syracuse
• Collects, appraises, organizes, preserves, describes, catalogs, and where appropriate makes available those records of administrative, legal, fiscal,  and historical value
• Is made up of two distinct areas: the museum located in the basement of the former Cathedral School at 424 Montgomery St. in Syracuse, and the library and records/work room which are located in the basement of the Chancery building at 240 East Onondaga Street in Syracuse
• Is open to researchers by appointment Monday through Friday 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• Schedules tours of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
• Does NOT house sacramental records, as these are kept at the parish level
• Was established in 1986
• Maintains archival collections of information and materials of historical value for the diocese and parishes

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Carl H. Roesch Museum: located in the basement of the former Cathedral School, the museum houses a vast collection of unique archives from our diocese!  

Tours of the museum are available by appointment.  Contact information below.