Why pilgrims come
A sacred place worth the journey.
The East Melbourne Josephite centre stands on land Mary MacKillop acquired in 1901 and brings together her chapel, museum, personal objects, pilgrimage programming and a walking route through her Melbourne story.
TraditionCatholic
The pilgrim’s guide
What makes this visit meaningful
The East Melbourne Josephite centre stands on land Mary MacKillop acquired in 1901 and brings together her chapel, museum, personal objects, pilgrimage programming and a walking route through her Melbourne story.
01
Mary’s Melbourne story
Begin with the museum before following the centre’s walking pilgrimage to places connected with her childhood and ministry.
02
Chapel and contemplative garden
Move from historical interpretation into prayer in a living Josephite spirituality centre.