CA ACR193

Proclaims May 2022 as Museum Month in California to recognize the essential role museums play as educational institutions in the state

Acknowledges that California is home to over 1,500 museums located in every county that serve over 22 million visitors annually

Notes that California museums collectively serve 2.465 million K-12 students (40% of public and private school population) and over 1 million college and university students through field trips and outreach programs

Recognizes that California museums support over 80,000 jobs and generate a $6.5 billion financial impact on the state economy

Invites museums, service organizations, California residents, and local governments to participate in recognizing museums' role in serving communities as caretakers and educators of culture, history, science, and the arts