As Offered

136th General Assembly

Regular Session H. R. No. 127

2025-2026

Representative Upchurch

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring the Great Lakes Science Center on the Centennial of the SS William G. Mather.

WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to congratulate the Great Lakes Science Center on the One Hundredth Anniversary of the construction of the SS William G. Mather, commemorated May 16, 2025; and

WHEREAS, Recognition of this prestigious milestone is a fitting tribute to the Great Lakes Science Center, for it has attained a remarkable record of service to its patrons by preserving and celebrating the area’s rich history, including that of the SS William G. Mather as well as its namesake’s legacy of innovation and impact on Cleveland’s manufacturing industry. Indeed, the science center has nurtured the steamship into becoming a beloved part of the community, and its many outstanding accomplishments are a justifiable source of pride and an outstanding reflection not only on the organization but also on the hard-working staff and volunteers; and

WHEREAS, The Great Lakes Science Center has stood as a testament to the community’s growth over the past century, and it has made sincere investments in bringing to life the golden era of steamships and Cleveland’s historical maritime significance through the restored Great Lakes freighter, the SS William G. Mather. We are certain that as this worthy institution maintains its unfaltering dedication to service, it will continue in the tradition of excellence that has become its hallmark and has enriched the lives of its visitors; and

WHEREAS, This special anniversary for the SS William G. Mather is an important milestone that represents dedication and commitment. We applaud the stewards of the Great Lakes Science Center for preserving unique pieces that represent the community’s past, and salute them for accepting the challenge of carrying this history into the future; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, commend the Great Lakes Science Center on the Centennial of the construction of the SS William G. Mather and look to its future with optimism; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to the Great Lakes Science Center.