[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 91 (Thursday, June 9, 2016)]
[House]
[Pages H3579-H3580]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             150TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CROSWELL OPERA HOUSE

  (Mr. WALBERG asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. WALBERG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the 150th 
anniversary of Michigan's oldest theater, the Croswell Opera House.
  The Croswell, located in the heart of Adrian, Michigan, is one of the 
oldest continuously operated theaters in the United States. Named for 
Charles M. Croswell, an Adrian resident and Michigan's 17th governor, 
the auditorium first opened its doors in 1866 and

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has played host to many distinguished figures throughout the years, 
including Susan B. Anthony, Frederick Douglass, and Edwin Booth.
  Today, the 650-seat auditorium is an official Michigan historic site 
and has been restored to its original 19th century splendor.
  The Croswell is a gem within our community that continues to maintain 
its reputation as the epicenter for the arts in southeastern Michigan.
  Please join with me today in honoring all of those involved in the 
theater's fine tradition of excellence as we celebrate their 150th year 
anniversary.

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