TITLE: Recognizing the Texas Authors Museum & Institute of History on the occasion of its 10th anniversary.

SUMMARY: Recognizing the Texas Authors Museum & Institute of History on the occasion of its 10th anniversary.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Texas Authors Museum & Institute of History is celebrating its 10th anniversary in April 2025; and WHEREAS, This outstanding organization traces its roots to 2014, when B. Alan Bourgeois established the first museum dedicated to preserving the legacy of Texas authors; since its inception, the nonprofit has curated a comprehensive collection of rare manuscripts, first editions, personal papers, and other literary artifacts, helping to ensure that the state's rich literary history is accessible to researchers, historians, educators, and the general public; in addition, the organization has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to supporting the publishing industry in Texas, which annually generates more than $500 million in tax revenue; and WHEREAS, TAMIH has worked to enhance literary education through partnerships with schools, libraries, and cultural institutions; the organization has also established a number of educational outreach programs such as writing workshops, lectures, book signings, and other special events to foster appreciation for literature and to help to develop future authors; and WHEREAS, This year, TAMIH is marking its 10th anniversary with a variety of fun and engaging programs; the organization is hosting the Y'all Write Challenge in March, and during its Lone Star Festival in June, it plans to set a world record by featuring 120 Texas authors who will read from their published works for more than 30 hours; and WHEREAS, By highlighting the stories and achievements of Texas authors, TAMIH is enriching the cultural fabric of the Lone Star State and inspiring future generations of writers, and the organization is indeed worthy of special recognition on this special milestone in its history; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Texas Authors Museum & Institute of History and extend to all those affiliated with the organization sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be prepared for TAMIH as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Campbell President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 22, 2025.