About Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center (formerly Knights of Columbus Museum)
The Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center advances the vision of Knights of Columbus founder Blessed Michael J. McGivney (1852-1890). It welcomes all to learn about this holy priest's life & legacy, imitate his benevolent outreach to the needy & outcast, and invoke his heavenly intercession. The Center also serves as an archive for the Knights of Columbus Supreme Council & maintains a permanent gallery showcasing the organization's history. The Center 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 & Greyhound). Free admission & parking is available beneath the building. Visitors describe the Center as a very nice place to visit, with lots of interesting artifacts, sculptors, paintings, photographs, and historical items relevant to Catholic history and Father Michael. The Knights of Columbus historical exhibits are also very interesting. The Museum is free to visit and does not require tickets. Overall, the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is an enriching experience that deepens one's appreciation for the power of faith and community action, as embodied by the life and legacy of Blessed Michael McGivney.
