The Lucy and Henry Vargas papers date from 1930 to 2013 and measure 2.5 linear inches. The collection is divided into two series: Biographical and Latino activism.

The Biographical series includes photographs of Henry Vargas, his family and an article about his volunteer work under the title, "Everyday Heroes." Also included are photographs of Alice Vargas, Henry's younger sister.

The Latino activism series includes newspaper clippings relating to LULAC Council 10's support of the grape boycott campaign and a photograph of Henry Vargas with Cesar Chavez, taken in 1992 when Cesar Chavez received the Pacem in Terris award of the Davenport Catholic Interracial Council and correspondence relating to the formation of Council 10. Also included are documents relating to Council 10's advocacy for workers' rights in the Quad Cities.