Senate Resolution No. 2133

BY: Senator O'MARA

COMMEMORATING the 50th Anniversary of the Rockwell
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 Rockwell Museum; and

WHEREAS, The Rockwell Museum's origins trace back to the personal
collection of Robert and Hertha Rockwell, local business owners who
displayed their growing collection of American art in their namesake
department store in downtown Corning, New York; and

WHEREAS, Guided by a deep belief that art should be shared, the
Rockwells, alongside a group of civic and corporate visionaries,
transformed a private collection into a public resource for the
community and The Rockwell Museum first opened its doors on November 13,
1976; and

WHEREAS, The Rockwell Museum is celebrating its 50th anniversary
with a year-long series of exhibitions and programs honoring the
museum's past and its commitment to community, while boldly looking to
the future; and

WHEREAS, Erin M. Coe, Executive Director of The Rockwell Museum,
acknowledges the anniversary theme, Rockwell Reframed, reflects the
spirit of commemoration and innovation; and

WHEREAS, The Rockwell Museum marks its 50th anniversary by
presenting exhibitions and programs that illuminate the nation's
evolving cultural narratives and elevate the voices of artists past and
present; and

WHEREAS, The success of the Rockwell 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
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 Rockwell 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 Rockwell Museum.