The NMFSH has received letters in support of the National Conservation Legacy and Education Center. Thanks to those who have written letters on our behalf.
| "Preserving the rich history of the U.S. Forest Service and honoring the men and women who have tirelessly worked on maintaining and protecting our most valuable natural resources is a huge priority. I am honored that Montana will be the home for this national center." |
- Max Baucus, U.S. Senator, Montana |
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| "The best museums of history - through their artifacts and displays - are able to transport us to another time and place. They are designed to help us better understand the people and events that have shaped different aspects of our history and culture. The National Conservation Legacy and Education Center under the direction of the NMFSH has the potential to become one of those exemplary institutions." |
- James Deutsch, Program Curator, Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage,
Smithsonian Institution |
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| "On behalf of the citizens of Montana, I am pleased to support the construction of the National Conservation Legacy and Education Center in Missoula, to be managed by the National Museum of Forest Service History...The Center’s role as a meeting place for studying and interpreting the development of natural resource policies, practices, innovations, and exploration will complement Montana’s can-do spirit and leadership in addressing today’s important resource issues." |
- Brian Schweitzer, Governor, State of Montana |
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| "The Boone and Crockett Club is proud to support the construction of the National Conservation Legacy and Education Center of the National Museum of Forest Service History...The National Conservation Legacy and Education Center will share with the public more than 100 years of conservation history that continues to guide our work in the areas of wildlife research, environmental education, natural resource management, outdoor recreation and public policy." |
- Tony Schoonen, Chief of Staff, Boone and Crockett Club |
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| "The National Forest Foundation recognizes the importance of the National Museum of Forest Service History and supports its mission and vision to preserve and interpret the rich heritage of the Forest Service, its cooperators and partners." |
- William J. Possiel, President, National Forest Foundation |
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| "Research on wood products has contributed greatly to the ability of the nation's forests to continue to provide for national and global needs while ensuring the sustained growth of healthy forests. The Center's role in conservation education will help to extend this message to visitors, and we are pleased that partners like us will be able to join with Center management in developing some of the historical and educational exhibits." |
- Stefan A. Bergmann, Executive Vice President, Forest Products Society |
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