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.

Due to COVID-19, the Maryknoll Mission Archives is closed to on-site researchers until further notice. However, staff will continue to respond to phone and email research requests. Please see our Researcher Information page for more information about how we can assist you with your research.

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Stories by Maryknoll Mission Archives Staff 

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...

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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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Maryknoll’s Grandmother: Sister Mary Fidelia Delaney, O.P.

Maryknoll’s Grandmother: Sister Mary Fidelia Delaney, O.P.

Portrait of Sr. Mary Fidelia Delaney, O.P., 1922 Jubilee Celebrations Jubilee 2025 continues with the Jubilee of Families, Children, Grandparents and the Elderly from May 30th through June 1st. As part of this celebration, Archives wanted to highlight an important...

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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.

Here you will find detailed descriptions (or “finding aids”) of primary sources documenting the lives, mission work, culture, and history of the Maryknoll Fathers & Brothers, Maryknoll Sisters, and Maryknoll Lay Missioners.

We hope to make your experience as efficient and pleasant as possible. Please see our Researcher Information page for more information about how we can assist you with your research during COVID-19.

Maryknoll Through History

Explore our timeline of major events in the life of Maryknoll

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