H.R. No. 952
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Mission Historical Museum celebrated the 20th
anniversary of its founding on December 21, 2022; and
WHEREAS, Although the Mission Historical Society took the
first steps to open the museum in 2000, efforts to secure a building
for the project were not realized until 2002, when the Mission City
Council voted to establish the museum in the former city hall; the
Mission Historical Museum opened its doors on December 21, 2002,
and through the help of donations, it has since offered admission
free of charge to residents and visitors to the area; and
WHEREAS, The museum features a number of permanent and
temporary exhibits showcasing objects and records of historical
significance to Mission and western Hidalgo County; in addition to
preserving the heritage of the area, the museum is committed to
playing an active role in the community, and to that end, it hosts a
variety of events and free programs for patrons of all ages
throughout the year; and
WHEREAS, For the past two decades, the Mission Historical
Museum has served as a resource for learning, a center for community
life, and an important repository of the region's history, and it is
fitting to acknowledge the dedicated work of the museum's
volunteers, staff, and supporters; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Mission
Historical Museum and extend to all those associated with the
museum sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the Mission Historical Museum as an expression of high
regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
Guerra
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 952 was adopted by the House on April
14, 2023, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House