Maryknoll History
A Treasure Especially Our Own

Maryknoll Mission Archives centralizes, collects, organizes, preserves, protects, and makes available for research the legacy of Maryknoll’s participation in the worldwide mission of the Church.

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Into the Kitchen with MMJ: Day at the Beach

Into the Kitchen with MMJ: Day at the Beach

Welcome back to another edition of Into the Kitchen with MMJ! Last time, we held a tea party in celebration of MMJ's birthday on October 27th. For this edition, we are heading to the beach to get away from the Summer heat! A Beach Party is a great way to relax, cool...

The Pontifical Missionary Exposition of 1925

The Pontifical Missionary Exposition of 1925

Holy Year Exhibition in Rome, 1925 As we continue to celebrate the Holy Year 2025, the Maryknoll Mission Archives is reminiscing about the Holy Year celebrations from 100 years ago. In 1925, Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers participated for the first time in the Holy...

World Handicraft Day

World Handicraft Day

Handmade items are often referred to as handicraft, artistry, or arts & crafts. Handicrafts are carefully created using only one’s hands or with the help of non-automated tools such as scissors, carving tools or hooks. These handmade items are extremely important...

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ABOUT US

The Maryknoll Mission Archives is the official repository for all corporate records and manuscripts produced by the three expressions of Maryknoll: the Maryknoll Fathers & Brothers, Maryknoll Sisters, and Maryknoll Lay Missioners.

SEARCH COLLECTIONS CATALOG

Here you will find our catalog containing detailed descriptions (AKA finding aids) of our archives collections. These collections hold primary sources documenting the lives, mission work, culture, and history of the Maryknoll Fathers & Brothers, Maryknoll Sisters, and Maryknoll Lay Missioners.

RESEARCHER INFORMATION

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Maryknoll Through History

Explore our timeline of major events in the life of Maryknoll