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New Museum Planned for Minister's CornerLegislative earmark moves project closer to completionSALISBURY – The Salisbury Historical Society will join State Senator Steven A. Baddour, State Representative Michael A. Costello, town officials and business leaders tomorrow to celebrate a $50,000 earmark that will be used to help create a new museum at Minister’s Corner Sen. Baddour and Rep. Costello secured the earmark in this year’s state budget. With the money, the Historical Society hopes to up its new facility next year.“The Historical Society has been planning for this project for many years and I’m excited that the money we secured in the budget will enable the building to finally open,” said Rep. Costello. “I see this as one of the focal points in the new village setting of Salisbury Square. The Historical Society will be preserving Salisbury’s vibrant history and contributing to the eco-tourism that continues to make this place vibrant.” “I'm honored to support the work of the Salisbury Historical Society in highlighting and honoring Salisbury's rich history,” said Sen. Baddour. “The continued economic prosperity of Salisbury is contingent not just on honoring our past, but building on it. Tourism is central to Salisbury's economy, and I applaud the Salisbury Chamber of Commerce's hard work in shepherding this project. The new museum at Minister's Corner will be a great attraction for tourists and residents interested in learning more about our shared history.” The state legislators and community leaders will be joined by Meri Jenkins of the Massachusetts Cultural Council, who oversees the agency’s Adams Grant Program. Jenkins will speak about experiences other communities have had linking their cultural and business interests. “The efforts to support the Salisbury Historical Society are a tremendous leap forward for Salisbury," said Jenkins. “So much can be accomplished when the cultural and business communities come together to address an economic need. North Adams, Provincetown, and Lowell are examples of the great things that can happen when arts and culture are utilized to re-energize a town.” When the building opens, it will serve as the Salisbury Historical Society’s museum, the Salisbury Chamber of Commerce’s headquarters and a visitor’s center. “The Salisbury Historical building will be an asset to the town not only to the Society and as the permanent offices for the Chamber of Commerce, but also as additional meeting space for the town,” said Maria Miles, president of the Society and the Chamber. “This will allow us to preserve our history for residents and tourists alike.” |