[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 10882]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


HONORING THE CARNEGIE LIBRARY IN HOBART, INDIANA, THE HOBART HISTORICAL 
                  SOCIETY, AND THE HOBART GARDEN CLUB

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                        HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 7, 2015

  Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I stand 
before you today to recognize the centennial anniversary of the 
Carnegie Library in Hobart, Indiana, the 50th anniversary of the Hobart 
Historical Society, and the 85th anniversary of the Hobart Garden Club. 
In honor of these momentous occasions, the Hobart Historical Society 
hosted a centennial celebration on Wednesday, July 1, 2015. During the 
celebration, a dedication ceremony took place for the Blue Star 
Memorial Garden, which was planted in honor of the men and women who 
have served or are currently serving in our nation's armed forces.
  The Carnegie Library was erected in 1915 with the aid of 
philanthropist and businessman Andrew Carnegie. Over the course of 46 
years, Carnegie built 1,689 libraries across the United States, 164 of 
which were constructed in Indiana. The Hobart location remained a 
library until 1968, at which time it became a museum, serving as a hub 
for the Hobart Historical Society's preservation efforts. In 1982, the 
library-turned-museum was registered as a National Historic Landmark.
  The Hobart Historical Society, which was originally established 50 
years ago, continues to educate, promote, and preserve the past for 
future generations. Not only does the society preserve the Carnegie 
Library and educate citizens about the rich history of the area, it 
also assists members of the community with genealogical research and 
planning events. Throughout the years, the historical society has given 
countless tours of the museum, continually engaging all members of the 
community.
  For 85 years, the Hobart Garden Club has actively educated and 
engaged Northwest Indiana residents who have an interest in gardening, 
landscape design, horticultural improvement, and youth education. The 
club is known for their efforts to protect and conserve the natural 
resources of Northwest Indiana. For their remarkable efforts to promote 
environmental responsibility and education among members of the 
community, young and old, the Hobart Garden Club is worthy of the 
highest praise.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my other distinguished colleagues to join 
me in honoring the Hobart Historical Society on its 50th anniversary 
and the Hobart Garden Club on its 85th anniversary, and in 
congratulating the members of the community on the centennial 
anniversary of the Carnegie Library. The passionate dedication and 
service of the members of these organizations is to be commended, and 
Northwest Indiana is both grateful and proud to have had their support 
for so many years.

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