LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the Centennial Anniversary of the
Arnot Art Museum in Elmira, New York, to be celebrated on May 18, 2013

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities across New York State
are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organiza-
tions and individuals that are devoted to the welfare of the community
and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, It is also the sense of this Legislative Body that the quali-
ty of life of the citizens of the State of New York is greatly enriched
by its exceptional cultural, educational and recreational institutions;
these institutions give positive definition to the profile and disposi-
tion of the communities of the State of New York and profoundly
strengthen our society with their commitment; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the Centennial Anniversary of the Arnot Art Museum in Elmira, New
York; this auspicious occasion will be celebrated on Saturday, May 18,
2013; and
WHEREAS, The Arnot Art Museum in Elmira, New York, is a landmark jewel
of the art world located in downtown Elmira; it is housed in the 1833
neo-classical Arnot family mansion; and
WHEREAS, Opened in May 1913, the Arnot Art Museum contains one of the
last remaining private art collections still exhibited in its original
nineteenth century showcase; and
WHEREAS, Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the Arnot Art
Museum holds a permanent collection of seventeenth through nineteenth
century European paintings and sculpture; nineteenth through twenty-
first century American art; and collections of Asian and Egyptian arti-
facts; and
WHEREAS, Temporary exhibitions at the Arnot Art Museum highlight vari-
ous aspects of the collections and include works from museums around the
world; and
WHEREAS, In 1992, the Arnot Art Museum revised its mission to include
a primary focus on representational art, reflecting a distinctive and
relevant identity; it began the world-renowned series of exhibitions,
"Re-presenting Representation" in 1993, and has built an acclaimed
collection of contemporary drawings, paintings and sculpture; and
WHEREAS, The Arnot Art Museum will celebrate its one-hundredth anni-
versary throughout 2013 with special exhibitions, events, programs,
lectures and a Centennial Ball to mark the official anniversary on May
18, 2013; and
WHEREAS, In 2013, "Re-presenting Representation," the serial exhibi-
tion presenting the best in new contemporary realist works, will return
to the Museum galleries as part of the Centennial celebrations; and
WHEREAS, In an innovative partnership with the Elmira City School
District, every single student visits the Arnot Art Museum four times
during his or her academic career; in 2011-2012, 2,158 students partic-
ipated in tours and hands-on activities tailored to classroom needs and
common core learning standards; it offers educational programs specif-
ically tailored by grade level; and
WHEREAS, In addition, the Arnot Art Museum's award-winning Chemung
River School serves fourth grade classrooms in regional schools; over
5,000 students have participated in this multidisciplinary collaborative
program combining fourth grade science, natural and social history, and
ecology curricula with writing, literature, performing and visual arts;
begun in 1994, Chemung River School has been recognized by New York

State Council on the Arts, the Institute of Museum and Library Services,
The ARTS of the Southern Finger Lakes and the National Endowment for the
Arts; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents a unique opportunity for
this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to the Arnot Art
Museum in Elmira, New York; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when an organ-
ization of such noble aims and accomplishments is brought to our atten-
tion, it should be recognized and applauded by all the citizens of this
great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the Arnot Art Museum in Elmi-
ra, New York; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Arnot Art Museum in Elmira, New York.