[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 95 (Friday, June 28, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1006-E1007]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     IN RECOGNITION OF THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MONMOUTH MUSEUM

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                        HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 28, 2013

  Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize The Monmouth 
Museum as it celebrates its 50th Anniversary this year. Founded in 1963 
as a ``Museum of Ideas,'' The Monmouth Museum continues to bring art, 
culture and vitality to the community it serves.

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  The Monmouth Museum has grown immensely since its founding. 
Originally housing exhibits in storefronts and temporary spaces, the 
museum is now one of the largest private museums in New Jersey, 
boasting an annual attendance of over 50,000 visitors. It has been 
housed in its permanent location on the Brookdale Community College 
campus in Lincroft since 1974. It is one of only 778 nationwide museums 
to earn the American Association of Museums accreditation, the highest 
honor a museum can receive.
  Today, The Monmouth Museum maintains four galleries that host 
changing exhibitions and programs. In addition to serving as an outlet 
for the arts, the museum also offers programs on science and history. 
Its broad collections present educational and cultural experiences for 
the diverse community to enjoy and provide a means for local creative 
expression. The Monmouth Museum reaches audiences young and old and of 
varying backgrounds with its extensive program offerings. It has also 
recently hosted my district office's judging night for the 
Congressional Art Competition and provides a wonderful atmosphere to 
display the students' artwork. The Monmouth Museum is a valuable 
addition to the community and I commend them for the work they do in 
promoting artistic, historic and scientific appreciation.
  Once again, please join me in congratulating The Monmouth Museum on 
its 50th Anniversary. The museum enriches the quality of life of 
Monmouth County and brings new visitors and economic development to the 
community.

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