The U.S. Constitution at Feehan Library
As you enter Feehan Library, this prominent piece is among the first features to draw your attention. Cardinal Mundelein believed strongly that American history should…
Fish Tales
Back in 1935—just like today—you had to guard your favorite fishing spot like it was a state secret. In this gem from The Argus, the writers…
Papal Medallions
In the late 16th century, tourism to Rome and the Vatican began to flourish, particularly among young noblemen who were expected to travel across Europe…
Dr. L.D. Moorehead
The museum located within Feehan Library features a distinguished collection dedicated to Dr. L.D. Moorehead, the personal physician to Cardinal George Mundelein. Deeply respected and…
Orchestra Season in 1935
Any seminarian will tell you—when a cam gets going, the noises it makes can be… well, let’s just say “unique” doesn’t quite cover it. Turns…
The Traveling Crosses
Most items in our museum are the result of very generous benefactors. Mrs. Olive Wasem is one such benefactor. While not of great monetary value,…
Baseball Memories, 1943
One aspect of going to University is meeting new people and learning about them. Sometimes, students will acquire nicknames which will then haunt…I mean, stay…
The Gardens
As spring approaches, the campus is slowly growing green and fragrant again. In 1943, the seminarians took a scenic walk through the campus to record…
Mundelein’s Breviary
Museums display items not only of beauty, but also items of history and use. This breviary was owned and used by Cardinal Mundelein. A gift…
A Seminary Ice Cream Parlour
A seminary ice cream parlour? Who wouldn’t want that? Culver’s is nice, but wandering into an on-campus establishment would be even nicer. Perhaps we should…
Flowers from the Holy Land, Jerusalem
If you take a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, you will likely find a book in the shops called Flowers from the Holy Land, usually…
Laundry Woes
Seminarians have a convenient method to get their laundry done in the residence in 2024. However, in 1935, new methods were being employed, with some confusion and disorganization amongst participants.
Alm’s Box, 1515
Learn about our Alm’s Box. This heavy wooden box would have been placed outside of a church in the doorway for citizens to contribute to the poor.
Italian Confessional from the 16th Century
This confessional was designed to be moved from place to place so that priests could hear the confessions of parishioners across the countryside. The priest…
Feehan Memorial Library on a Rainy Day in 1949
While 2024 and 1949 are far distant, some things never change: the changing attitudes as you progress through your seminary journey, the coziness of the…