[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 112 (Friday, July 13, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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                       HONORING MS. TRUDY KRAMER

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                         HON. TIMOTHY H. BISHOP

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 12, 2007

  Mr. BISHOP of New York. Madam Speaker, I am proud to rise on behalf 
of New York's first congressional district in order to recognize the 
extraordinary achievements of Ms. Trudy C. Kramer, who will retire at 
year's end after 26 years of service to the Art Museum Parrish in 
Southampton, Long Island.
  For over a century, the Parrish Art Museum has been devoted to the 
collection and preservation of American art with particular focus on 
displaying art of the eastern end of Long Island. The museum is a 
landmark in my district, known for its commitment to bringing art and 
people together in its education and outreach programs. Trudy Kramer 
has been an integral part of that mission for almost three decades, 
serving as the museum's director.
  Trudy is widely admired for her vision and foresight, which helped 
expand the museum's membership and prestige. During her tenure, the 
museum also built upon its impressive collection of new works by 
renowned artists. She directed the acquisition of the museum's 
neighboring library, now known as the Carroll Petrie Center for 
Education. And she has been instrumental in the museum's expansion, 
which includes a truly breathtaking new facility in Water Mill, Long 
Island.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of a proud community that has long admired 
the Parrish Art Museum's contributions to the artistic legacy of Long 
Island's east end, I am especially proud to recognize Trudy Kramer's 
role in the museum's success and congratulate her on her retirement.

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