The Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center

The Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center Discover Father McGivney's life & legacy, imitate his benevolent outreach, & invoke his intercession. McGivney (1852-1890).
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Established on November 1, 2020, the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center advances the vision of Knights of Columbus founder Blessed Michael J. The fraternal organization this New Haven, Conn., priest established on the principles of unity, charity and fraternity more than a century ago remains a strong influence in the lives of millions of its members, inviting them to be missionary discipl

es after Father McGivney’s example. The McGivney Center welcomes visitors to learn about this holy priest’s life and legacy, imitate his benevolent outreach to the needy and the outcast, and invoke his heavenly intercession. The Pilgrimage Center is the new manifestation of the Knights of Columbus Museum, established in 1982 as a nonprofit institution serving the general public through exhibitions of history, art, and faith. The center will continue that mission by serving as an archive for the Knights of Columbus Supreme Council and maintaining a permanent gallery showcasing the organization's history, as well as its focus on Father McGivney. It is located at 1 State Street in New Haven, CT, conveniently off the downtown exit from either I-91 or I-95. It is three blocks from Union Station (Amtrak, Hartford Line, Metro-North Railroad, Shoreline East Railroad and Greyhound).

Looking for a special gift for a loved one? Search no further than the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center Gift S...
02/01/2025

Looking for a special gift for a loved one? Search no further than the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center Gift Shop online! Shop our selection of religious and Blessed Michael McGivney items and receive free shipping on orders of $100 or more at https://mcgivneycentergiftshop.com/

It’s the final weekend to explore our exhibit “Christmas in Africa!” Discover over 50 nativity scenes that serve as a te...
01/31/2025

It’s the final weekend to explore our exhibit “Christmas in Africa!” Discover over 50 nativity scenes that serve as a testament to the unwavering faith of Christians across the African continent. Don’t delay – the exhibit is open from 10am to 4pm with free admission and parking through February 2, 2025. Learn more: https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/exhibits/christmas-in-africa/

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Late last week, Archbishop William E. Lori, Supreme Chaplain of the Knights of Columbus, dedicated the new Blessed Micha...
01/29/2025

Late last week, Archbishop William E. Lori, Supreme Chaplain of the Knights of Columbus, dedicated the new Blessed Michael J. McGivney Propaedeutic House of Formation in Baltimore. Serving as the home of St. Mary's Seminary & University first-year seminarians, it is located on Paca Street, the seminary’s original site where Father McGivney attended from 1873 to 1877. Learn more at https://catholicreview.org/archbishop-lori-dedicates-mcgivney-house-of-formation/

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Only 5 days remain to explore the student decorated Christmas Trees at the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center! V...
01/28/2025

Only 5 days remain to explore the student decorated Christmas Trees at the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center! Visit through Sunday, February 2, 2025 to stroll among the 20 Christmas Trees and vote for your favorite in the People’s Choice Award! In-person voting available Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm.
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Knights of Columbus Diocese of Bridgeport Catholic Schools Diocese of Bridgeport Archdiocese of Hartford Archdiocese of Hartford Catholic Schools Diocese of Norwich, CT St. Theresa School, Trumbull All Saints Catholic School St. Joseph School - New London, CT St. John Paul the Great Academy Catholic Academy of Waterbury Saint Lawrence School Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, Waterbury CT St. Rose of Lima School St. Catherine Academy, Fairfield CT Saint Mary School Milford, CT St. Bernard School East Shoreline Catholic Academy Saint Rita School - Hamden, CT Sacred Heart School-Groton St. John Paul II Catholic School Middletown, CT St. Martin de Porres Academy Sacred Heart School, Taftville CT St. Joseph Catholic School Baltic Connecticut Saint Patrick Cathedral School St. Joseph School -Bristol, CT St. Mark School, Stratford

Warm the time of winter with the holy light of our temporary exhibits “Away in a Manger: The Creation of Nativity Scenes...
01/23/2025

Warm the time of winter with the holy light of our temporary exhibits “Away in a Manger: The Creation of Nativity Scenes” and “Christmas in Africa!” Discover the diversity of stables and settings that house Christ’s birth in “Away in a Manger: The Creation of Nativity Scenes.” Explore over 50 nativity scenes that serve as a testament to the unwavering faith of Christians across the African continent in “Christmas in Africa.” Both exhibits are open Wednesday – Sunday from 10 am to 4pm with free parking and admission. Plan your visit today at https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/en/index.html

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Yesterday our hometown celebrated its 241st birthday! 🥳🎂Many thanks to the City of New Haven for including us in its 25+...
01/22/2025

Yesterday our hometown celebrated its 241st birthday! 🥳🎂

Many thanks to the City of New Haven for including us in its 25+ Historic Places to Visit in 2025! Plan a visit to Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center this year, then explore other offerings in the Cultural Capital of Connecticut: https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/

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Happy 241st Birthday, New Haven! 🎉

Following the establishment of the nation in 1776 and the conclusion of the American Revolutionary War, the City of New Haven was incorporated 241 years ago when the State of Connecticut approved its Charter on January 21, 1784. In fact, New Haven was the first city incorporated in the state, along with New London, and was one of the earliest cities incorporated anywhere in the newly independent United States. Of course, the history of our region goes much farther back with the Quinnipiac people first inhabiting the region as 8,000 or more years ago and English colonial settlers arriving in 1638 to establish a permanent settlement of a colony that would later be named New Haven.

To help commemorate New Haven’s birthday as an incorporated city, we’ve developed a list of “25 in ’25: 25+ Historic Places to Visit in New Haven in 2025!”

Whether it’s Toad’s Place celebrating its 50th anniversary 🎸, Frank Pepe’s Pizzeria celebrating its 100th anniversary 🍕, or Yale University celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Yale-Harvard football game 🏈 – there’s so much to do and see in New Haven in 2025!

So, check out the list, add to it, share it, and explore and enjoy New Haven! Go to: newhavenct.gov/history

Time is running out to cast your ballot for the People’s Choice Award for our Christmas Tree Festival! Visit the Blessed...
01/22/2025

Time is running out to cast your ballot for the People’s Choice Award for our Christmas Tree Festival! Visit the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center to discover the student decorated Christmas Trees and vote for your favorite. In-person voting available Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm through Sunday, February 2, 2025.
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Knights of Columbus Diocese of Bridgeport Catholic Schools Diocese of Bridgeport Archdiocese of Hartford Archdiocese of Hartford Catholic Schools Diocese of Norwich, CT St. Theresa School, Trumbull All Saints Catholic School St. Joseph School - New London, CT St. John Paul the Great Academy Catholic Academy of Waterbury Saint Lawrence School Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, Waterbury CT St. Rose of Lima School St. Catherine Academy, Fairfield CT Saint Mary School Milford, CT St. Bernard School East Shoreline Catholic Academy Saint Rita School - Hamden, CT Sacred Heart School-Groton St. John Paul II Catholic School Middletown, CT St. Martin de Porres Academy Sacred Heart School, Taftville CT St. Joseph Catholic School Baltic Connecticut Saint Patrick Cathedral School St. Joseph School -Bristol, CT St. Mark School, Stratford

Limited time remains to discover “Christmas in Africa!” Explore over 50 nativity scenes that serve as a testament to the...
01/17/2025

Limited time remains to discover “Christmas in Africa!” Explore over 50 nativity scenes that serve as a testament to the unwavering faith of Christians across the African continent in this temporary exhibit, open through February 2, 2025. Exhibit open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission. Learn more: https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/exhibits/christmas-in-africa/

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Discover the imagination and creativity of Connecticut Catholic elementary schoolchildren on the 20 Christmas Trees deck...
01/14/2025

Discover the imagination and creativity of Connecticut Catholic elementary schoolchildren on the 20 Christmas Trees decked with handmade trimmings at the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center! Now through Sunday, February 2, 2025, explore the trees during a visit and vote for your favorite in the People’s Choice Award. In-person voting available Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm.
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Diocese of Bridgeport Catholic Schools Diocese of Bridgeport Archdiocese of Hartford Archdiocese of Hartford Catholic Schools Diocese of Norwich, CT St. Theresa School, Trumbull All Saints Catholic School St. Joseph School - New London, CT St. John Paul the Great Academy Catholic Academy of Waterbury Saint Lawrence School Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, Waterbury CT St. Rose of Lima School St. Catherine Academy, Fairfield CT Saint Mary School Milford, CT St. Bernard School East Shoreline Catholic Academy Saint Rita School - Hamden, CT Sacred Heart School-Groton St. John Paul II Catholic School Middletown, CT St. Martin de Porres Academy Sacred Heart School, Taftville CT St. Joseph Catholic School Baltic Connecticut Saint Patrick Cathedral School St. Joseph School -Bristol, CT St. Mark School, Stratford

Enjoy a   choral performance by members of Canticum Novum at the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center TOMORROW, Sa...
01/10/2025

Enjoy a choral performance by members of Canticum Novum at the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center TOMORROW, Saturday, January 11! At 2pm, the ensemble will perform a showcase of familiar and traditional Christmas carols. RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/o-come-all-ye-faithful-songs-for-a-newborn-king-tickets-1116791135349?aff=FB
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Starting to get cabin fever? Relieve it with a visit to the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center’s exhibits “Away ...
01/08/2025

Starting to get cabin fever? Relieve it with a visit to the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center’s exhibits “Away in a Manger: The Creation of Nativity Scenes” and “Christmas in Africa!” Discover the diversity of stables and settings that house Christ’s birth in “Away in a Manger: The Creation of Nativity Scenes.” Explore over 50 nativity scenes that serve as a testament to the unwavering faith of Christians across the African continent in “Christmas in Africa.” Plan your visit today at https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/en/index.html

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Visit the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center this Saturday, January 11, to enjoy a   choral performance by membe...
01/07/2025

Visit the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center this Saturday, January 11, to enjoy a choral performance by members of Canticum Novum. At 2pm, they will perform a collection of traditional and familiar Christmas carols. RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/o-come-all-ye-faithful-songs-for-a-newborn-king-tickets-1116791135349?aff=FB
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On the twelfth day of Christmas, we reflect on the Scandinavian esthetic of this Swedish crèche, characterized by simple...
01/05/2025

On the twelfth day of Christmas, we reflect on the Scandinavian esthetic of this Swedish crèche, characterized by simple lines and minimal ornamentation. Its design invites us to use our imagination and quietly contemplate the birth of Christ as we near the end of the Christmas season. -Gina, Visitor Services

Join us next Saturday, January 11, for a   choral concert from members of Canticum Novum! The ensemble will perform fami...
01/04/2025

Join us next Saturday, January 11, for a choral concert from members of Canticum Novum! The ensemble will perform familiar and traditional Christmas carols beginning at 2pm. RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/o-come-all-ye-faithful-songs-for-a-newborn-king-tickets-1116791135349?aff=FB
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We are off to explore the country of Egypt for the eleventh day of Christmas. We were fortunate to be able to borrow thi...
01/04/2025

We are off to explore the country of Egypt for the eleventh day of Christmas. We were fortunate to be able to borrow this particular crèche from Glencairn Museum in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania for our 2017 crèche exhibit, so when we decided to highlight crèches from Africa this year, I was very pleased we were able to borrow it again. The crèche is made of pinewood and the figures were created by turning each piece of wood on a lathe. The artisan is a member of one of the oldest Christian communities in the world, the Coptic Orthodox Church, which celebrates Christmas on January 7. There are 30 million Coptic Christians in the world, and approximately 10 million live in Egypt, composing about 10% of the country’s population. One of Africa’s oldest Christian churches is in Egypt, and the Coptic Orthodox Paromeos Monastery in Wadi el Natrun, Egypt, is believed to be one of the oldest Christian sites still in use, dating to the fourth and fifth centuries. -Bethany, Curator

01/03/2025

Blessed Michael McGivney, pray for us!

For the tenth day of Christmas, we join the Holy Family in this crèche from the Zulu people of South Africa. In this col...
01/03/2025

For the tenth day of Christmas, we join the Holy Family in this crèche from the Zulu people of South Africa. In this colorful vignette, we enjoy a quiet moment of a family together, with Joseph and Mary both depicted showing love and care to the Christ Child. Joseph’s spear embodies his title of the Guardian of Redeemer, while Mary’s tender embrace of her son conveys motherly protection. Their comfort extends to us in prayer, where we can in the words of Pope Francis “contemplate the splendor of true love…[and] turn with trust” to the Holy Family. -Tiffany, Curatorial Assistant

The most recent issue Father Michael J. McGivney Guild newsletter is now online! Learn about recently reported favors, M...
01/02/2025

The most recent issue Father Michael J. McGivney Guild newsletter is now online! Learn about recently reported favors, McGivney related news, and more at https://tinyurl.com/FMG42024

Share in the mission of making known the life & work of Father McGivney and of encouraging devotion to his memory by becoming a member of the Father Michael J. Guild today at https://www.fathermcgivney.org/en/ssl-join-the-guild.html

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