[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 77 (Friday, May 5, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E401]
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   RECOGNIZING THE WORK OF THE CHEROKEE HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION 
         SOCIETY AND THE ADDITION OF THE CHEROKEE COUNTY MUSEUM

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                           HON. RALPH NORMAN

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 5, 2023

  Mr. NORMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the outstanding 
work of the Cherokee Historical and Preservation Society (CHAPS) on the 
occasion of the grand opening of a new wing at the Cherokee County 
Museum.
  The CHAPS is a nonprofit organization founded in 1969. Their mission 
to ``preserve our region's history and cultural heritage'' is 
imperative. One of its goals from the start was to create a history 
museum for Cherokee County, South Carolina.
  That goal became a reality in May of 2008, when the Cherokee County 
History and Arts Museum opened to the public. This May, the 
organization is excited to open a new wing. The Cherokee County Museum 
is now home to a vast collection of artifacts presented through 
interactive exhibits and displays.
  The new wing of the museum offers brand new exhibits that will enrich 
visitors of all ages. The ``Culture Zone'' houses History Galleries, 
Arches, and Genealogy rooms. The improved ``Kids Zone'' includes a STEM 
Lab and Arts Experience. The ``Sports Zone'' has a sports Hall of Fame 
and training room. In addition, an immersive theater allows visitors to 
travel through space, into the seas, and through time.
  Through the hard work of its volunteers and supporters, the Cherokee 
Historical and Preservation Society has established the improved 
Cherokee County Museum as a major educational institution to South 
Carolinians and visitors alike.
  From its opening in 2008, to its major expansion today in 2023, 
thousands of students, community members, and tourists have learned 
about Cherokee County's unique role in South Carolina's history and 
culture.
  On behalf of the 5th District of South Carolina, it is my most 
sincere pleasure to recognize the Cherokee Historical and Preservation 
Society on its long-lasting impact on the community, and its great 
service of education to our state. Please join me in congratulating the 
Society on its opening of the newly expanded Cherokee County Museum.

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