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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Commitment

Commitment

The eighth and final stop on the Maryknoll Sisters' Walking Meditation brings you to the Good Shepherd statue located near the center of the grounds. "Gaze at the sculpture and gardens.  Remember our oneness, not only with the past and present life, but with life yet...

Regeneration

Regeneration

The seventh stop on the Walking Meditations tour in the Maryknoll Sisters' Cemetery. "Death-Life, Winter-Spring.  Look at the signs of new life in among the leaves of last winter.  Remember the miracle of life accomplished by the 'explosion' of the flowers, the seeds...

Human Technology

Human Technology

Stop 6 on the Walking Meditations tour is meant to bring you to the Boiler Room of the 1956 Wing of the Motherhouse.  Though you may not be able to access the actual space, still take a moment and reflect on the following: "As you walk to the next station, reflect on...

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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

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.

Maryknoll Through History

Explore our timeline of major events in the life of Maryknoll