Ukrainian Marian Collection
Preserving a Culture Devoted to the Blessed Mother
In 1981 Helen Nykolyshyn, a cataloger for the Marian Library, established the Ukrainian Marian Collection. Nykolyshyn, originally from Ukraine, was especially interested in preserving the religious and cultural heritage of Ukraine. She sponsored exhibits at the University of Dayton on Ukrainian religious art and culture and, through her vast networks throughout the United States and Canada, secured donations of Ukrainian Marian artwork and artifacts for the Marian Library collection. Acquired during the 1980's and early 1990's, the collection is representative of historic moments for Ukrainians during that time period, including the millennium of Christianity in Ukraine in 1988 and Ukraine's declaration of independence from the Soviet Union in 1991.
Kayla Harris, associate professor and archivist, writes an article for The Conversation.
Marian Library director Sarah Cahalan contributes to a Catholic News Service article.
International Marian Research Institute graduate Richard Lenar shares his doctorate of sacred theology dissertation.