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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Mother’s Day at Maryknoll

Happy Mother’s Day! Mothers have always had a special place in the hearts of Maryknollers – after all, it is Mary, Jesus’ mother, whom Maryknollers are named after. We remember Mary in many ways, through songs, poems, and prayers. Mother Mary Joseph Rogers remembered...

Paddling in the Yard…

Paddling in the Yard…

Most of us know the age old saying "April showers bring May flowers." While very poetic, this promising statement of blossoming flowers, in clear blue skies with slightly cool breezes that provide a beautiful counter to the warmth from sun, does not always ring true...

Chinese Language Day

Chinese Language Day

April 20 is Chinese Language Day, a commemoration I’m sure many Maryknollers will be happy to celebrate. Throughout Maryknoll’s time in mission, Fathers, Brothers, Sisters, and Lay Missioners have all spent time in Chinese-speaking places. To English-speakers, Chinese...

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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