[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 131 (Wednesday, September 7, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1546-E1547]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              CELEBRATING ARTS CLAYTON'S 25TH ANNIVERSARY

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                            HON. DAVID SCOTT

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, September 7, 2011

  Mr. DAVID SCOTT of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of 
Arts Clayton's 25th Anniversary. Since its opening in 1986, Arts 
Clayton has provided access to art and art education for my 
constituents in the 13th District of Georgia.
  In 1999 Arts Clayton used funding from a HUD Community Development 
Block Grant to create a Mobile ArtVan to bring art directly to children 
from low-income families. This initiative is especially important in 
today's economic climate as school budgets continue to tighten.
  In 2000 Arts Clayton extended their reach into the community by 
opening the Arts Clayton Gallery. This Gallery places a high premium on 
local art--accepting only Georgia artists. Those desiring to display 
their art must first meet with the Curators Committee to prove the 
quality and uniqueness of their work.
  In addition to the artwork that is displayed year-round, the Arts 
Clayton Gallery also hosts various showcases throughout the year 
including a juried Fine Arts show in February and a juried Photography 
show in October. I am particularly thankful that the Gallery hosts the 
annual Congressional Art Competition for my district, the winners of 
which are displayed here in Washington, D.C.
  I would also like to acknowledge the hard work and dedication Arts 
Clayton displayed when assisting my wife find art and jewelry for the 
First Lady's Luncheon. With their help, Alfredia found and selected a 
local Georgian artist to custom design jewelry for attendees and 
another artist who donated a beautiful quilt to then First Lady Laura 
Bush.
  It is my greatest hope that Arts Clayton will continue to serve our 
community for many more years to come. Art is vital to a strong, 
vibrant society, and Arts Clayton has played a pivotal role bringing 
art into Clayton County, my Congressional District and the Greater 
Metro Atlanta area.

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