[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 44 (Tuesday, March 12, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E244]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING GEORGE MOROZ'S SERVICE TO THE HENRY FORD MUSEUM AND THE 
                           STATE OF MICHIGAN

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 12, 2024

  Mrs. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize George Moroz, 
the Director of External Relations and Special Assistant to the 
President at The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan, on the 
occasion of his retirement. His longstanding dedication to education 
and the preservation of history is worthy of commendation.
  George got his start in public service with the Detroit Symphony 
Orchestra, serving as Vice President for Development from 1989-1996. In 
that position, he was in charge of all fundraising activity and 
government relations for the organization. Armed with that experience, 
he then took up his position at The Henry Ford, where he has been a 
driving force in the growth and evolution of the museum over the last 
three decades.
  George's passion for enriching the lives of Michiganders is 
exemplified by his 27 years of dedication to The Henry Ford and the 
broader museum community. Throughout his career George worked 
tirelessly to advocate for the importance of museums such as The Henry 
Ford and worked with museum advocates on local, state, and national 
levels. His years of advocacy resulted in the longstanding partnership 
between the Michigan Museum Association and the Tourism Industry 
Coalition of Michigan, strengthening the relationship between these 
critical cultural markers.
  George worked tirelessly for 16 years with federal and state partners 
to bring the John Dingell Transit Station to its current location 
adjacent to The Henry Ford campus, creating opportunities for visitors 
from all over the country to access this national treasure. George 
further played a pivotal role in the restoration and creation of key 
community sites such as the Greenfield Village, Rouge Oxbow, and 
Central Farmer's Market Vegetable Shed that will provide enjoyment for 
generations to come.
  Recognizing a greater need for community engagement, Mr. Moroz 
created and oversaw the Diversity and Inclusion Centered Equity (DICE) 
initiative, laying the groundwork for Henry Ford's DEAI programming 
that continues today. These programs have worked to ensure Henry Ford 
serves as an inclusive cultural hub and carry on George's beliefs in 
collaboration and community building.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me today in celebrating the 
many accomplishments of George Moroz over the last 30+ years. We thank 
him for his service, dedication, and leadership in advancing and 
preserving the cultural heritage of the State of Michigan, and wish him 
the best in retirement.

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