The Dr. Sudha J. Sagar Collection contains photographs documenting Sagar's family, both in Chennai, India (formerly known as Madras) and in the United States. Photographs show Sagar; her husband, Dr. Satya Sagar; her daughter, Usha; her parents, Sivarama Sastry and Rajeswaram Vepa; her grandparents; and other friends and family. Photos include formal and informal photos of individuals and groups. Photos show individuals wearing pieces of clothing that were also donated to MHS.