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.
What must it be like to start on a new path; to say goodbye to your old life and begin anew? What was it like for the first ladies of Maryknoll, the “Secretaries” as they were called, when they arrived in Hawthorne, New York to assist Fathers James Anthony Walsh and...
With St. Patrick's Day only a few days away, we thought it would be interesting to look back and see how this day has been noted over the years at home and in the field afar. Enjoy these snippets from St. Patrick's Day past! Maryknoll Seminary Diary, March 1936:...
Often we experience culture shock when we visit a place for the first time, whether on vacation, study abroad, or a mission trip. You may be surprised by the new flavors, a strange language, or unexpected customs. On Maryknoll's very first mission in 1918, the...
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.
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Explore our timeline of major events in the life of Maryknoll