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Correspondence, 1935 - 2018

 File — Box: OSBCHI-D-FISCCELE-1, Folder: 4

Scope and Contents

This series includes photocopied, typed and hand written correspondence written by, to, and about Sister Celestine. Also includes research inquiries after her death. One highlight is a handwritten letter addressed to Sister Mary Jude with unique calligraphy made by Sister Celestine in 1942. Topics discussed involve the reception of her artwork, commissions, the development of her artistic projects, and her legacy. Correspondants include Mother Adelaide, Dan Paulos, the director of Saint Bernadette Institute of Sacred Art in Albuquerque New Mexico, and Sister Judy Kramer.

Dates

  • Creation: 1935 - 2018

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This series is unrestricted. All material is available for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 10 Linear Feet (1 hanging file and much more!)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

From the Collection: Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Benedictine Sisters of Chicago Archives Repository

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