The New York Botanical Garden
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Dec. 21, 2010
White House Honors the Garden

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In a White House ceremony on Friday, December 17, first lady Michelle Obama presented the 2010 National Medal for Museum and Library Services to The New York Botanical Garden and nine other cultural institutions. The NYBG was also singled out for its contribution to international cultural understanding.

"While some of your work may be national in scope," said the first lady in her opening remarks, "ultimately your most powerful impact is local ... For example, The New York Botanical Garden started the Bronx Green-Up revitalization program, and they helped plant hundreds of school and community gardens in struggling neighborhoods so that families could grow their own fresh produce."

The National Medal, the highest honor the nation confers on museums, was accepted by Gregory Long, president of The New York Botanical Garden and Karen Washington, a Bronx community activist and leader of Bronx Green-Up, a program which has turned empty lots into beautiful gardens and urban farms.

The Garden was cited for both the Bronx Green-Up initiative and for its international programs in plant research and conservation. "This award is a tribute to our dedicated staff members who continue to pursue the Garden's mission in horticulture, science, education, and community service," said Gregory Long.

The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) awards the National Medal annually to institutions that have demonstrated a long-term commitment to public service through innovative programs and community partnerships.

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