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HR0891
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HOUSE RESOLUTION

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WHEREAS, The International Council of Museums (ICOM)
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established International Museum Day in 1977 to increase
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public awareness of the vital role museums play in the
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development of society; and

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WHEREAS, Museums are incomparable places of discovery that
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teach us about our past and open our minds to new ideas,
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serving as essential pillars in building a better future; and

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WHEREAS, Museums worldwide will celebrate International
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Museum Day on May 18, 2026 under the theme "Museums Uniting a
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Divided World", highlighting the potential of these
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institutions to act as bridges across cultural, social, and
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geopolitical divides; and

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WHEREAS, Museums serve as trusted public spaces where
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people encounter diverse stories and objects, fostering
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dialogue, understanding, inclusion, and peace in times of
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social fragmentation and polarization; and

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WHEREAS, Illinois is home to a vast array of world-class
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museums that safeguard our heritage and memory, offering
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learning and reflection while providing welcoming spaces where
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diverse voices can be heard; and

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WHEREAS, These institutions contribute to the
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democratization of knowledge and serve as guardians of
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humanity's treasures for future generations while adapting to
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modern social, economic, and ecological challenges; and

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WHEREAS, The year 2026 marks the 80th anniversary of the
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International Council of Museums, celebrating eight decades of
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commitment to a world where natural and cultural heritage is
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universally valued; and

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WHEREAS, International Museum Day has grown into a global
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phenomenon, with previous years seeing participation from over
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37,000 museums across 158 countries, reaching hundreds of
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millions of people through both in-person and digital
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engagement; therefore, be it

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RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE
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HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that
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we declare May 18, 2026 as Museum Day in the State of Illinois
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in recognition of the profound impact museums have on our
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communities and their power to transform the world around us;
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and be it further

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RESOLVED, That we encourage all citizens of Illinois to
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visit our State's museums, participate in their programming,

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and support their mission of fostering a more connected and
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understanding society.

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