SENATE RESOLUTION
8694

By Senators Honeyford, Regala, Kohl-Welles, Haugen, Johnson and Carlson

     WHEREAS, There are more than 300 museums in Washington State; and
     WHEREAS, These museums preserve artistic, historical, and natural resources for us and future generations, provide access to a diverse and rich cultural heritage, and prompt us to expand our understanding of the world; and
     WHEREAS, These museums were created by their communities and continue to be nurtured by them; and
     WHEREAS, These museums contribute to the quality of life in their communities by bringing people together through shared cultural experiences, introducing new ideas, providing educational resources, contributing to the local economy, and offering entertainment for residents and visitors;
     NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Senate recognize February 11, 2004, as Museum Day, a day to be celebrated in recognition of the role museums play in the cultural life of the communities within our state, and urge all citizens to join in this special observance.

I, Milton H. Doumit, Jr., Secretary of the Senate,
do hereby certify that this is a true and
correct copy of Senate Resolution 8694,
adopted by the Senate
February 11, 2004

MILTON H. DOUMIT, JR.
Secretary of the Senate