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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Peter Hoh, Catechist of Sunning

Peter Hoh, Catechist of Sunning

Occasionally I receive a research request for a topic that piques my interest and entices me to dig deeper. Today I would like to feature such a request, one about a Chinese Catechist named Peter Hoh Yuet Wa. Peter Hoh was a Chinese man born in the small village of...

Miss Julia Ward – Update

Miss Julia Ward – Update

How did Julia Ward, one of Maryknoll’s original benefactors, become associated with Maryknoll?

Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance

This Friday, July 5th, will be National Workaholics Day. Before coming across this unofficial holiday, I had never heard of National Workaholics Day and thought it was an interesting choice for a celebration. As I looked further into what the day was actually about, I...

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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