[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 159 (Friday, October 13, 1995)]
[Senate]
[Page S15169]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING THE MONTSHIRE MUSEUM OF SCIENCE 1995 WINNER OF THE NATIONAL 
                         MUSEUM SERVICES AWARD

 Mr. JEFFORDS. Mr. President, on Friday, October 6, 1995, the 
Institute of Museum Services announced the winners of the 1995 National 
Awards for Museum Services. The awards were presented to five museums 
that demonstrated success in attracting new audiences, developing 
innovative programming which address educational, social, economic, and 
environmental issues, and entering into collaborations with other 
public institutions in the community. Winners received the awards at a 
special White House ceremony. I am so proud that one of the museums 
chosen to be honored this year comes from the State of Vermont. The 
Montshire Museum of Science in Norwich, VT is a recipient of the 1995 
National Museum Service Award. Serving both Vermont and New Hampshire, 
the Montshire Museum is a model of creativity, usefulness, and public 
service.
  The Montshire Museum is an outstanding science museum that has 
enriched the cultural and educational life of the Norwich community and 
surrounding environs. It has set itself apart through a commitment to 
special activities and exhibitions, bringing unique vitality and 
purpose to innovative programming. For years, the Montshire Museum has 
been making learning science fun and accessible for people of all ages. 
For example, the Montshire has developed educational exhibitions that 
inform visitors about recycling and ``precycling,'' or making smart 
purchasing decisions as part of its work in partnership with the 
Hartford Community Center for Recycling and Waste Management. As a 
result of the Montshire Museum's commitment, thousands who have come to 
the center to dispose of waste have had an opportunity to learn more 
about recycling and making smarter, more environmentally friendly 
purchasing decisions. In addition, the Montshire has been a leader in 
creating a new community computer network housed in the museum--a great 
asset to all served by the museum. Clearly, this small science museum 
has taken a leadership role in making a difference to its community.
  Since it was established 20 years ago, the Montshire Museum has made 
an enormous impact on presenting unique educational opportunities for 
the people of Vermont and New Hampshire. It is truly an example of 
excellence in partnership and learning. My sincere congratulations to 
David Goudy, director of the Montshire Museum and to Bruce Pipes, 
chairman of the board--as well as to the all of the other committed 
individuals working at the Montshire Museum--for this exceptional 
honor. I am certain that it will continue to make a positive difference 
in our State that will last far into the future. 

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