Vivekananda Vidyapith, Inc.
Vivekananda Vidyapith aims to archive a vast trove of materials documenting its 50 years of cultural contributions in Wayne, as well as recording the oral and video histories of its community to preserve the spiritual and cultural legacy of the Indian diaspora for future generations.
For 50 years, Vivekananda Vidyapith has provided cultural and spiritual education to the Indian diaspora in New Jersey. They are joining the cohort to learn professional methods for archiving their own half-century of history, which includes music, lectures, and children’s magazines, and to preserve the legacy of Swami Vivekananda’s 1893 arrival in America.
The organization’s developmental focus is on training staff and alumni to conduct oral history interviews with founders and long-time members, making their history visible and accessible to current and future community members. Among potential projects is the creation of a digital documentary, “Our Story – Our Journey,” that will allow future generations to stay connected to their heritage and understand their community’s contribution to New Jersey’s cultural diversity.
