Rep. Hall Announces Federal Grant Awarded to Hudson Library & Historical Society

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Derrick Hall (D-Akron) today celebrated the Hudson Library & Historical Society in District 34 being named one of 16 libraries in Ohio to be awarded part of the $74,693 in federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. 

“Congratulations, Hudson Library & Historical Society! I am so proud of the noble conservation work being done in my district, and I am proud to represent such a dedicated organization. I look forward to seeing the progress that comes,” said Rep. Hall. 

Awarded by the State Library of Ohio and the Ohio Reservation Council, these funds were allocated for the purpose of better preserving historical objects within the libraries’ collections. 

The Hudson Library & Historical Society will use this opportunity to conserve two paintings by local artist and naturalist Alfred Pettingel (1837-1914). Mr. Pettingel was known for his passion for exploration and ecology. His ability to capture the natural world around him earned him the nickname “the Audubon of Hudson”.