Maryknoll History
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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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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...

The Cave: The Emergence of Humanity

The Cave: The Emergence of Humanity

Today's stop on the Meditation walk brings you to The Grotto. "This grotto/cave represents primitive, human habitation.  It is really the Earth that cares for us; gives us a home from which we can reflect upon and enjoy life's riches, and create anew from those...

The Meditation Garden: Native American Heritage

The Meditation Garden: Native American Heritage

Stop 4 on the Maryknoll Sisters' Meditation Guide brings you to the statue of Kateri Tekawitha. "Look around at this meditation garden.  Kateri Tekawitha, the Lily of the Mohawks, was a young woman who integrated her Native American culture and heritage with her...

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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