Senate Resolution No. 1982

BY: Senator WEBB

COMMEMORATING the 50th Anniversary of the Vestal
Museum

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and
pay tribute to those organizations of high purpose and worthy
accomplishment whose endeavors have faithfully served the welfare of the
citizens of the State of New York; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Vestal Museum; and

WHEREAS, The Vestal Railroad Station was built as the Lackawanna
Railroad Depot for the Town of Vestal and started service in 1881; the
line connected New York City to Buffalo, providing passenger service to
Vestal from 1881 until 1959; the famous train, "Phoebe Snow," made
regular stops at this station; and

WHEREAS, The Town of Vestal purchased the Depot in 1972 and moved it
to its present location in the parking lot near the Vestal Library; the
Vestal Historical Society led the restoration of the Depot which opened
as a museum in June of 1976; and

WHEREAS, Since 1976, the Vestal Museum has managed a collection of
countless local items and hosts both permanent and rotating exhibits
that detail the industrial and social history of Vestal and the
surrounding Southern Tier region; and

WHEREAS, The Vestal Museum itself serves as a functional historic
landmark, preserving the unique architectural style of the original D.L.
& W. Station for public access; it offers specialized programs for local
schools and the public, often collaborating with the Vestal Historical
Society to provide guided tours and historical lectures; and

WHEREAS, The success of the Vestal Museum is in direct correlation
to the efforts of its members, whose involvement is, and always has
been, characterized by an impressive commitment, an unbridled
enthusiasm, and an uncompromising standard of excellence in all
endeavors; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when
individuals and organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments are
brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized 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 50th Anniversary of the Vestal Museum and to honor its
members, past and present, who have labored so conscientiously to secure
and improve the quality of life for the citizens of the community; and
be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the Vestal Museum.