Archives - Collections

Materials in the Archives relating to the history and development of the Diocese of Olympia date from 1853. They document the early years of the missionary territories of Oregon and Washington, the official establishment of the Diocese of Olympia in 1910 and the growth of its congregations and ministries. People, events, and institutions come alive as their stories unfold.

On a broader scale, the materials contained in the Archives are part of the documentary heritage of the Pacific Northwest and provide insight into the religious, social and business activities of the region.

Collections include bishops' papers (1854-present); publications such as the Journal of the Missionary District, 1853-1910, the Journal of the Diocese of Olympia from 1911 to the present, diocesan newspapers (Olympia Churchman, Evergreen Messenger, and Episcopal Voice) and their predecessors dating from 1882; parochial reports from 1935 to the present; and records of the various diocesan offices, organizations, commissions and committees, as well as parishes and missions and affiliated institutions and ministries.

In addition, the Archives maintains a large photograph collection as well as collections of slides, video and audio recordings, architectural drawings, scrapbooks, memorabilia, artifacts and vestments.

For materials relating to the national Episcopal Church, contact the Archives of the Episcopal Church
www.episcopalarchives.org

For more information contact:
Ms. Diane Wells, Archivist and Records Manager

*Please note that as the Diocese of Olympia Archives is not a public archives, certain restrictions apply. Please see our Policies section for more information.