Boarders of Villa Maria College pillow fight

24 September 1962

Boarders of Villa Maria College pillow fight

24 September 1962

Villa Maria College boarders engaged in a pillow fight mêlée during Mercy Day celebrations.

Contributors note: "Candid photograph of Villa Maria College boarders pillow fighting on the lawn during Mercy Day celebrations, 24 September 1962. Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, Villa Maria College joins Mercy communities worldwide in marking the day Catherine McAuley opened the first House of Mercy in Ireland—a celebration of the compassionate service and enduring legacy of the Sisters of Mercy."

Contributor: Villa Maria College

Source: Entry in the 2025 Christchurch City Libraries Photo Hunt.

Reference ID: CCL-PH25-ViMa-0001

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