As Introduced

136th General Assembly

Regular Session S. R. No. 404

2025-2026

Senators Hicks-Hudson, Gavarone

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring the Toledo Museum of Art on its One Hundred Twenty-fifth Anniversary.

WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to commend the Toledo Museum of Art on its One Hundred Twenty-fifth Anniversary; and

WHEREAS, Recognition of this prestigious milestone is, indeed, a fitting tribute to the Toledo Museum of Art, for it has made many significant contributions to the exhibition and preservation of Ohio's cultural assets. Established in 1901 by Edward Libbey and a small group of charter members to promote art appreciation and highlight the skills of local craftsmen, the museum has grown to house more than 30,000 pieces in architecturally significant buildings on a thirty-seven-acre campus while remaining free and open to the public, and it has twice been voted the best Art Museum in the United States in the USA TODAY 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards; and

WHEREAS, Since its inception, the Toledo Museum of Art has striven to maintain and sustain the creative history of our state, nation, and world. This exemplary institution is held in high esteem for the many occasions on which it has been active in the promotion of the arts, far beyond what was required or expected; and

WHEREAS, The arts are invaluable for the development of the human spirit and provide a common ground for all people, never ceasing to renew, illuminate, educate, and entertain. In a time of increased emphasis on industry, science, and technology, it is reassuring to note that our country's strong artistic heritage is being perpetuated and advanced through the efforts of concerned organizations such as the Toledo Museum of Art; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, congratulate the Toledo Museum of Art on its One Hundred Twenty-fifth Anniversary and offer best wishes for ongoing success; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Senate transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to the Toledo Museum of Art.