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The Moravian Archives collects, preserves and makes available the historical records of the Moravian Church in America, Northern Province, and its members.

 

THIS MONTH IN MORAVIAN HISTORY: who invented the moravian star?
A surprising find in the Moravian Archives in Bethlehem sheds new light on the origins of the Moravian star.

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missed a lecture?

Now you can hear or watch lectures presented at the Moravian Archives.

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inclement weather

The Moravian Archives is located on the North Campus of Moravian College and follows the College in case of extreme weather conditions. Information on closing can be obtained from the College's inclement weather hotline: 610-625-7995.

download translation

The English translation of Hellmuth Erbe's study of Bethlehem's community during the 18th century (1929) is now available for download.

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essay contest: inspiring moravian women

Read all the entries and find out who the winners are.

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Moravians and sexuality

The latest issue of the Journal of Moravian History contains three articles on the topic of Moravians and sexuality during the 18th century.

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registration for german script course 2012

Our next German Script course will take place between June 4 and 15, 2012. You can register online.

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visit our online book shop

Ordering books from the Archives has become easier. Visit our online book shop!

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online donations

Now you can make your donations to the Archives online through JustGive.org

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posters and reproductions

Find out about the new museum-quality reproductions you can order from the Archives.

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church registers in need of restoration

Many church registers are in a poor state and need to be restored. So far, eleven registers are being restored thanks to generous supporters. Find out how you can help.

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