The role of the archives and records office is to collect, preserve and manage the records generated by the successive bishops and archbishops of Adelaide and their associated parishes, diocesan offices and agencies.

Adelaide Catholic Archives is responsible for managing the current and non-current records of the Archbishop’s office and work to assist the archdiocese to fulfil its administrative, legal and canonical requirements in relation to recordkeeping practices and processes.

Adelaide Catholic Archives provides advice and support for best practice management of church records and have developed policies and guidelines to support the record-keeping responsibilities of diocesan and parish staff.

Open Mon – Fri 9 am – 4.30 pm; closed Fridays and Public Holidays.

All visits by prior appointment. Access and research fees apply. Closed periods apply to certain classes of records.  General reference and historical services available. Copying services for books, journals and photographs to A3. Note: Original documents and newspapers may not be photocopied.

Location
The archives and records services office is located on the first floor of the Diocesan Centre, 39 Wakefield St, Adelaide SA

Postal address: GPO Box 1364, Adelaide 5001