Patrick F. Healy, S.J.: Georgetown University President, 1873-1882

   Patrick F. Healy, pictured in 1882

This guide highlights primary and secondary sources available in the Booth Family Center for Special Collection for research on Patrick F. Healy, S.J. The sources listed are housed in the Georgetown University Archives, the Archives of the Maryland Province of the Society of Jesus, and the Manuscripts Unit. Where these resources are available online, this is indicated. However, researchers should anticipate spending much more time working with physical records than digital surrogates. Use the links in gray to the left to navigate through the content of this guide. Note that a timeline of significant events in Father Healy’s life is included.

The Booth Family Center for Special Collections is found on the 5th floor of Georgetown’s Lauinger Library. The Booth Family Center is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Reference inquiries may be made in person, by telephone (202-687-7631) or via our email form. Booth staff are very happy to discuss research projects and to direct researchers to resources both within and outside the Center.