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.

ARCHIVES ILLUMINATED

Stories by Maryknoll Mission Archives Staff 

Maryknoll’s Oldest Stone

Maryknoll’s Oldest Stone

The grounds of Maryknoll contain an incredible amount of history going back much longer than the 111 years Maryknollers have been here. One such example is The Slab of Helderburg Formation, a 400 million year old stone containing a large variety of ancient fossils....

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Shared Experiences

Shared Experiences

There is something so powerful about shared experiences. They create a bond between people that will always be present. These experiences may be formed as you go through something together. They may also be forged as you open up and tell someone about your experiences...

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Wildfire Season

Wildfire Season

Dear Readers, Wildfire season is back again in North America, and it’s only just begun. The season typically runs from May to October when warm and dry conditions leave forests at high risk (Korte). Polluted air from uncontrolled wildfires is tragically common along...

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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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