February 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H169 2001, in Little Rock, the 76 cent Hattie I suspect that we have exhausted our for access nationwide, creating electronic Caraway definitive stamp was unveiled, requests for time, but let me just say and printed educational materials that use which was the third in the Distin- that I am pleased to join with both local and State curriculum standards; and by guished Americans series. these gentlemen from the State of Ar- and hosting interactive school field trips; The new Hattie Caraway station will Whereas museums serve as community kansas in supporting this legislation. landmarks that contribute to the livability be an expansion of delivery services for As a former resident of the State of and economic vitality of communities the postal service in Jonesboro, Arkan- Arkansas, I thought I knew about its through expanding tourism; and that muse- sas. It will be presided over by the history, but this is one that had actu- ums rank in the top three family vacation postmaster, Hillrey Adams, who will do ally escaped me. I did not know that destinations; revitalize downtowns, often a wonderful job of expanding these Hattie Wyatt Caraway was the first with signature buildings; attract relocating services; and, again, it is fitting and woman elected to the United States businesses, by enhancing quality of life; pro- proper that we name this station after Senate. I did not know that Arkansas vide shared community experiences and meeting places; and serve as a repository and Senator Hattie Caraway and congratu- had been the recipient of that act and late her and those that have come after resource for each community’s unique his- of that action, and I certainly want to tory, culture, achievements, and values; her for the wonderful job that she did. join with my colleagues in suggesting Whereas the Nation’s more than 16,000 mu- Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the that it is indeed fitting and proper that seums found in 9 out of every 10 counties in balance of my time. we name the post office at Jonesboro, the United States receive approximately Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, Arkansas, after Senator Hattie Cara- 865,000,000 visits annually from people of all it is my pleasure to yield such time as way. ages and backgrounds, with attendance being he might consume to the gentleman Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance free at more than half of these museums; from Arkansas (Mr. SNYDER). of my time. Whereas research indicates Americans view museums as one of the most trust- Mr. SNYDER. Mr. Speaker, the his- Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, I, along with tory of Senator Caraway is a wonderful worthy sources of objective information and my colleague, find that one of the believe that authentic artifacts in history history, and I keep learning more great benefits of serving in the House things about her. museums and historic sites are second only is learning a lot of history, and I, too, There is a wonderful book that was to their family in significance to creating a have learned a lot today. I want to strong connection to the past; written by former State Senator David urge all Members to support the pas- Whereas museums enhance the public’s Malone from Arkansas called ‘‘Hattie ability to engage as citizens, through devel- and Huey,’’ and it tells this remarkable sage of H.R. 4456, as amended. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance oping a deeper sense of identity and a broad- story when Senator Huey Long came er judgment about the world, and by holding of my time. up to Arkansas to campaign for Sen- more than 750 million objects and living The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. ator Caraway. They basically specimens in the public trust to preserve and GUTKNECHT). The question is on the barnstormed all around the small protect our cultural and natural heritage for motion offered by the gentlewoman towns of Arkansas, the two of them to- our current and future generations; from North Carolina (Ms. FOXX) that Whereas museums are increasingly enter- gether: Ms. Caraway, Silent Hattie; ing into new partnerships with community and Senator Long. It is just a remark- the House suspend the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 4456, as amended. educational institutions that include able and colorful story. schools, universities, libraries, public broad- One of the things I just recently The question was taken; and (two- thirds having voted in favor thereof) casting, and 21st Century Community Learn- learned in the last couple of days about ing Centers, which then, as partners, reach Senator Caraway is that her maiden the rules were suspended and the bill, across community boundaries to provide name was Wyatt, W-Y-A-T-T. Well, I as amended, was passed. broader impact and synergy for their edu- have one of my favorite relatives, my The title of the bill was amended so cational programming; uncle Dick Wyatt, who lives in Med- as to read: ‘‘A bill to designate the fa- Whereas supporting the goals and ideals of ford, Oregon, who had a stroke over the cility of the United States Postal Serv- The Year of the Museum would give Ameri- cans the opportunity to celebrate the con- weekend and is doing well but has got ice located at 2404 Race Street in Jonesboro, Arkansas, as the ‘Hattie W. tributions museums have made to American a lot of recovery and rehabilitation culture and life over the past 100 years; and ahead of him; but I have now got to fig- Caraway Station’.’’. A motion to reconsider was laid on Whereas in 2006, American museums are ure out, well, is my Uncle Dick some- celebrating 100 years of cooperation as a pro- how related to Hattie Wyatt Caraway. the table. fession and their collective contribution to One of my favorite stories about Sen- f our communities: Now, therefore, be it ator Caraway was she was appointed to SUPPORTING THE GOALS AND Resolved, That the House of Representa- the seat after her husband passed away tives— IDEALS OF THE YEAR OF THE (1) supports the goals and ideals of The and then they had this election which MUSEUM essentially ratified the appointment, Year of the Museum; and Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, I move to (2) requests that the President issue a but it was not expected that she would proclamation calling upon the people of the run for reelection for a full regular suspend the rules and agree to the reso- lution (H. Res. 389) supporting the United States to observe such a year with term herself. She was trying to make appropriate programs and activities. goals and ideals of The Year of the Mu- up her mind what to do. I think she The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- was with her son in her own home, and seum. ant to the rule, the gentlewoman from they were trying to decide what to do The Clerk read as follows: North Carolina (Ms. FOXX) and the gen- with a group of her advisers. Somebody H. RES. 389 tleman from Illinois (Mr. DAVIS) each said, well, let us flip a coin; and so they Whereas museums are institutions of pub- will control 20 minutes. flipped a coin, and it came up that she lic service and education that foster explo- The Chair recognizes the gentle- should not run. It got real quiet, no one ration, study, observation, critical thinking, woman from North Carolina (Ms. said anything, and then she said, let us contemplation and dialogue to advance a greater public knowledge, understanding, FOXX). go two out of three. That is when they and appreciation of history, science, the GENERAL LEAVE knew she had the fire in her belly and arts, and the natural world; that she wanted to run. They actually Whereas Americans, according to survey Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, I ask unani- flipped the coin. It came up twice that data, view museums as one of the most im- mous consent that all Members may she should run. portant resources for educating our children; have 5 legislative days within which to I think this is a very fitting tribute and museums have a long-standing tradition revise and extend their remarks and in- to Senator Caraway. She has been a of inspiring curiosity in our Nation’s school- clude extraneous material on H. Res. tremendous role model for women in children by devoting more than $1 billion 389, the resolution under consideration. America, and I appreciate the gen- and more than 18 million instructional hours The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there annually for elementary and secondary edu- objection to the request of the gentle- tleman from Arkansas (Mr. BERRY) for cation programs in communities across sponsoring this legislation. America through creative partnerships with woman from North Carolina? Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I schools; and by involving professional devel- There was no objection. yield myself such time as I may con- opment for teachers, bringing traveling ex- Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- sume. hibits to local schools, digitizing materials self as much time as I may consume.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 03:17 Feb 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K08FE7.018 H08FEPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with HOUSE H170 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE February 8, 2006 Mr. Speaker, House Resolution 389 of- Smithsonian Institution, which is com- tions like the Barnum Museum, the fered by the distinguished gentle- prised of some of the best museums in Discovery Museum and Museum of Art woman from New York (Ms. SLAUGH- the world. In the blocks between the in Bridgeport, the Bruce Museum of TER) would support the goals and ideals Capitol and the Washington Monu- Arts and Science in Greenwich, and the of The Year of the Museum in 2006. ment, anybody with a desire to learn or Aldrich Museum of Contemporary Art America’s museums, some of the Na- explore can visit a tropical rain forest, in Ridgefield, to name some. tion’s premier cultural learning cen- step back to the time of the Civil War, Nearly all of us in the House of Rep- ters, have for decades educated both see art from different cultures and pe- resentatives are fortunate enough to young and old on the history of our riods, examine spacecraft that have have at least one museum, obviously being. From artistic displays to ar- been launched into space, touch a many more in our district. Think of chaeological artifacts, to science and Moon rock, and learn about prehistoric the impact museums have across our the natural earth, museums help pre- animals. country, providing environments for serve the past and help us to under- So I rise in support of this bill be- learning and sharing where children, stand our roles in the modern world. cause museums are an indispensable their parents and their grandparents Museums play a very important sup- part of our education system and nur- can work together to connect ideas and plemental educational role, which is ture our desire to discover what we do experiences in direct, vivid and mean- central to their service to the public. not yet know. ingful ways. People of all ages and backgrounds I live in a museum-rich environment. Museums teach the stories of the have traditionally gathered to learn My congressional district has the Alder struggles and accomplishments of dif- from their exhibits and programs. A re- Planetarium and Astronomy Museum, ferent cultures and unfamiliar people cent national survey shows that Amer- the Chicago Center for Black Music Re- and achieve a deeper understanding of icans view museums as one of the most search Library, Chicago Children’s Mu- their own families, neighborhoods, the important resources for education and seum, the Chicago Historical Society, country in which they live, and the one of the most trusted sources for ob- the Ernest Hemingway Museum, the world at large. jective information. Field Museum of Natural History, the I obviously urge my colleagues to Along with the educational benefits, Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio, join us in recognizing the vast public museums continue to influence travel the Garfield Park Conservatory, the service provided by the museums in and tourism. They provide a common Hellenic Museum and Cultural Center, their own communities by supporting experience that families can share and the Hull House Jane Addams Museum, The Year of the Museum Resolution. experience across generations. In fact, the Illinois Labor History Society, the Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, I urge all museums rank in the top three family Museum of Broadcast Communications, Members to support the adoption of H. vacation destinations. American fami- Museum of Contemporary Art, Museum Res. 389. lies from all income and education of Contemporary Photography, Na- Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, ranges visit museums each year. Ac- tional Vietnam Veterans Art Museum, I rise in support of H. Res. 389, supporting the cording to the American Association of the Peace Museum, the John G. Shedd goals and ideals of the Year of the Museum. Museums, there are 2.3 million museum Aquarium, the Spertus Museum, the Museums are one of the most important visits a day, adding up to 865 million Terra Museum of American Art, and educational tools that our society has to offer. visits per year in the United States. the Ukrainian National Museum of Museums can teach us about history, art, In conclusion, I urge all Members to Chicago. science, literature, and any number of other come together in support of this impor- So my colleagues can see, Mr. Speak- tant and timely resolution. subjects. From the great Smithsonian muse- er, there is no way that I could not be ums of Washington, DC, to the Houston Chil- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of supportive of museums. my time. dren’s Museum or the Houston Fire Museum, Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance these institutions enrich our society by en- Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I of my time. yield myself such time as I might con- hancing our knowledge about the world in a sume. b 1515 way that is more personal and more affecting Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H. Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, I yield as than one can find in a book. Res. 389 and join with my fellow col- much time as he may consume to my The Year of the Museum will help to rein- leagues in celebrating the more than distinguished colleague from the State force to all Americans how important muse- 11,000 museums located in communities of Connecticut (Mr. SHAYS). ums are to our culture. It will introduce people across this country. Mr. SHAYS. Mr. Speaker, I thank the to museums they did not even know existed, Museums inspire us to dream, to ex- gentlewoman for yielding me time. and hopefully, it will encourage people to go amine the world around us and beyond, Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to join back to a museum they have not visited in and to discover new and exciting with my colleague and cochairman of many years. things. Museums enable us, and espe- the bipartisan Congressional Arts Cau- Education can be the silver bullet in our so- cially our children, to explore every- cus, the gentlewoman from New York ciety. Study after study has proven that the thing from the smallest form to the in- (Ms. SLAUGHTER) in cosponsoring House more education a person has, the less likely finite, from microscopic plants to the Resolution 389 to recognize 2006 as The that person is to lead a life of crime, or do vast expanses of the universe. Year of the Museum. drugs, or go on welfare. Museums foster our most basic desire Today on the occasion of the 100th Museums will help to improve the edu- to understand what, where, when, why, anniversary of the American Associa- cational system in this country by increasing and how. They also are a great edu- tion of Museums, we recognize the im- our knowledge of our world and of our culture. cational resource that enrich our chil- portance of museums, which have been There are more than 30 museums in the city dren’s learning by complementing what serving the American public since 1773, of Houston, and I would encourage my fellow they experience in school. Children encouraging curiosity and providing a Houstonians to go and visit all of them. learn best when inspired to think ab- source of enjoyment and education for Mr. Speaker, the Year of the Museum is stractly and creatively, and there is no every generation. long overdue, and I appreciate the Distin- better place outside of our schools for Our resolution recognizes The Year guished Lady from New York for introducing that to occur. of the Museum as a celebration of great this excellent piece of legislation. Museum staffs go to great lengths to American culture, history and tradi- I strongly support H. Res. 389, and I en- consult State educational curricula tions. Having grown up in an arts fam- courage my colleagues to do the same. and guidelines when designing exhibits, ily, my mom and dad met in the the- Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today thereby further enhancing the quality ater and had a lifelong commitment to in support of H. Res. 389, a resolution cele- and relevance of the museum experi- the arts. I was fortunate to have the brating the Year of the Museum. This resolu- ence. Each year, museums spend over opportunity to experience the value of tion recognizes the importance of museums $1 billion to create and stage edu- the arts and humanities throughout which have served the American public since cational exhibits and special programs. my childhood. this country was founded and include every Those of us here in Washington, D.C., Today, families in southwest Con- type of institution from A, art to Z, zoo. From are lucky enough to be close to the necticut enjoy a wide range of institu- arboretums, botanical gardens, zoos, historic

VerDate Aug 31 2005 03:17 Feb 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K08FE7.021 H08FEPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with HOUSE February 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H171 presidential homes and libraries to science proud to say I am a cosponsor of this resolu- toring gap, with more than 15 million young centers and art and children’s museums, they tion. people currently in need of caring adult role encourage curiosity, they provide a source of There are more than 16,000 museums in models; Whereas the demand for mentoring far ex- enjoyment as well as education, and they pre- the United States that protect and share our ceeds the current capacity of local men- serve our country’s great history for every cultural heritage. Museums help us under- toring programs and the number of adults generation. stand who we are and where we came from. who currently volunteer as mentors; I’m sure there is not a person among us They preserve our history, our artifacts, and Whereas on December 22, 2005, the Presi- who does not have a cherished memory of a our art, and they display it in ways that in- dent designated January 2006 as National visit to a museum. Museums are unique crease our understanding of familiar and for- Mentoring Month to focus the Nation’s at- places in our communities. They come in eign cultures and of the universe itself. tention on the essential role mentoring plays every variety and size. Their collections and History comes to life for the millions of chil- in the lives of young people; the ideas they share cover the broad spectrum Whereas the month-long celebration of dren who visit museums every year. 11,000 mentoring will encourage more individuals of human endeavors—science, history, nature American museums have educational pro- and organizations, including schools, busi- and art. There is a museum to satisfy and grams for schoolchildren of all ages. Museums nesses, nonprofit organizations, faith insti- peak the interests of everyone of us. annually spend more than $1 billion and 18 tutions, and foundations, to become engaged Museums are public forums. They provide million hours to educate children through in mentoring; and an environment rich with opportunity for school programs such as guided field trips, Whereas National Mentoring Month will, intergenerational learning and sharing among traveling exhibits, and professional develop- most importantly, build awareness of men- children, parents, and grandparents. Museum ment for teachers. toring and recruit more individuals to be- visitors can come to know the struggles and come mentors, helping close our Nation’s The 12th District of New Jersey is home mentoring gap: Now, therefore, be it accomplishments of different cultures and many diverse museums, including the New Resolved, That the House of Representa- achieve a deeper understanding of their own Jersey State Museum in Trenton. In addition tives— family’s, community’s and country’s history. to exhibits on local history, the State Museum (1) supports the goals and ideals of Na- But most importantly, museums are fun places offers a wide array of educational opportuni- tional Mentoring Month; to visit. ties to children, including family oriented edu- (2) acknowledges the hard work of individ- I have always loved museums and have cational workshops and a planetarium. From uals and groups who promote mentoring and been fortunate to have a number of world-re- the vast fine arts collection of the Princeton who are observing the month with appro- priate ceremonies and activities that pro- nowned museums in my own district: the Buf- University Art Museum, to the learning oppor- falo Museum of Science, the Martin House mote awareness of and volunteer involve- tunities available at the Vietnam Era Edu- ment with youth mentoring; and Restoration Corporation, the Italian Heritage cational Center, I am proud of the benefits that (3) recognizes with gratitude the contribu- Museum & Cultural Center of Western NY, the all of the 12th District’s museums provide to tions of the millions of caring adults who are Baker-Cederberg Museum and Archives, the our community. already serving as mentors and encourages George Eastman House, Landmark Society of I support the goals of the Year of the Mu- more adults to volunteer as mentors. Western New York, the Memorial Art Gallery seum and I am proud to join my colleagues in The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- at the University of Rochester, Rochester His- supporting this resolution. ant to the rule, the gentleman from torical Society, Rochester Museum & Science Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance Nebraska (Mr. OSBORNE) and the gen- Center, the Strong Museum and the Susan B. of my time. tleman from Illinois (Mr. DAVIS) each Anthony House. These museums are so di- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. will control 20 minutes. verse; clearly any person could find the per- GUTKNECHT). The question is on the The Chair recognizes the gentleman fect museum in which to explore a unique in- motion offered by the gentlewoman from Nebraska (Mr. OSBORNE). terest. from North Carolina (Ms. FOXX) that GENERAL LEAVE But it is not just my constituents that have the House suspend the rules and agree Mr. OSBORNE. Mr. Speaker, I ask benefited from the presence of museums. All to the resolution, H. Res. 389. unanimous consent that all Members Americans do, because there are museums in The question was taken; and (two- may have 5 legislative days within nearly every Congressional District across this thirds having voted in favor thereof) which to revise and extend their re- country. And they help our economy. Muse- the rules were suspended and the reso- marks and include extraneous material ums play an important role in promoting travel lution was agreed to. on H. Res. 660. and tourism and driving economic develop- A motion to reconsider was laid on The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there ment. They bring heightened local and na- the table. objection to the request of the gen- tional visibility to communities and their artists, tleman from Nebraska? scientists, and educators, and they spend $5.2 f There was no objection. billion a year serving the American public. SUPPORTING THE GOALS AND Mr. OSBORNE. Mr. Speaker, I yield Most museums operate as small or mid-sized IDEALS OF NATIONAL MEN- myself such time as I might consume. community institutions, offer free or reduced TORING MONTH Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to rise today in honor of National Mentoring admissions at least one day a week, work with Mr. OSBORNE. Mr. Speaker, I move Month, which actually was celebrated local schools to enhance curriculum and edu- to suspend the rules and agree to the in January, but we were not here in cation of students and families, and employ resolution (H. Res. 660) supporting the January, so we are doing it a month paid staff and dedicated volunteers. goals and ideals of National Mentoring In addition to educating and entertaining, late. I would like to honor the con- Month. museums undertake the immense task of pre- tributions of the thousands of mentors The Clerk read as follows: serving and protecting the more than 750 mil- and mentoring programs across the lion objects in their collections, ensuring that H. RES. 660 country that work so hard to provide they are publicly available to our citizens for Whereas youth mentoring is a centuries- young people with support and assist- this and future generations. old concept, through which a dependable ance. H. Res. 389 recognizes ‘‘The Year of the adult provides guidance, support, and en- And I would like to make a personal couragement to help a young person become Museum’’ as a celebration of great American a responsible, productive adult; reference here, Mr. Speaker, in that I cultural, history and traditions. I urge my col- Whereas mentoring, when done well, helps spent most of my previous career, 36 leagues to join me in recognizing the vast young people stay in school and improve aca- years, working with young people, and public service provided by the museums in demically, boosts self-esteem and commu- I saw many changes during that period their own communities by supporting this reso- nication skills, and improves the chances of of time, certainly great changes in the lution. going on to higher education; family. The out-of-wedlock birth rate Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to sup- Whereas there are thousands of mentoring was 5 percent in 1960; today it is about port H. Res. 389, supporting the goals and programs in communities of all sizes across 35 percent. So a huge increase. the United States, focused on building And at the time that I first started ideals of the Year of the Museum. This year strong, effective relationships between car- marks the centennial of the American Associa- ing and responsible adults and young people my coaching career, the number of tion of Museums, and in turn we celebrate the who need positive adult role models; children living with both biological museums throughout our nation that educate, Whereas in spite of the great benefits men- parents was 90 percent. Today it is entertain, and enrich local communities. I am toring provides, America has a serious men- roughly 50 percent. And we currently

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