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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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...

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...

Maryknoll’s World War One Veterans

Maryknoll’s World War One Veterans

Happy Memorial Day Everyone! Last year, I celebrated Maryknoll's Military Chaplains and their dedication to serving the spiritual needs of the United States' soldiers. This year, I want to look at Maryknoll's Society Members with Military Service, starting with World...

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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