Bonham, Texas -- The Friends of Sam Rayburn are pleased to announce Hon. Roy Floyd as the 2015 recipient of the H.G. Dulaney Public Service Award. The award is presented to individuals who exhibit a dedication to public service for and in the community. A reception will be held in Mayor Floyd’s honor on Thursday, May 28 at 5:30 p.m. at the Sam Rayburn Library Museum. The event is free and open to the public.
The Friends of Sam Rayburn established the award in 2005 and named it for the first recipient, long-time Director of The Sam Rayburn Library and Museum, H.G. Dulaney. The Friends chose to honor Dulaney because he embodies the attributes for which Speaker Rayburn was known and admired – integrity, devotion to his country, and a man who is helpful to people from all walks of life. Previous winners include Elizabeth May, Dee J. Kelly, Emily Porter, Robert Weddle, Leonard Gerner, Barbara Gore, and Rev. W.C. Beasley.
The Friends of Sam Rayburn is a not-for-profit corporation (incorporated in Texas) that supports the Sam Rayburn House Museum and the Sam Rayburn Library Museum. The Friends provides funds for education programs, exhibits and special events, as well as providing volunteers and other support services.
The Sam Rayburn Library Museum is a division of The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History, The University of Texas at Austin. The Sam Rayburn House Museum is operated by The Texas Historical Commission.
For more information, contact the Sam Rayburn Library Museum, 903-583-2455.