ray, many hsbby 's founders library, many hsbu buildings are the heart of learning.et, they need to be revised and restored to their purpose. book, award-winning oatesen a world and be,"c -- almondhis almond mat matter as a. he says, "i remember sitting in founders library and reading fire next time cover to cover." in the words of an unknown age notho said, we by years, but by stories. founders library has many stories to tell. community,ory, our into our understanding of ourselves. we are delighted to partner with howard university to envision the next chapter in the life of founders library, preserving and intangible history. it is a fitting tribute that howard reaches its 150 university in 2017. this is why we designated this hallowed ground our newest national treasure. closing, the recent historic onces make an indelible mark all of us is because they represent we are. by preserving african-american national treasure, our communal value and are contributions are no longer elusive. they are forever from numbered as lasting testimonies for the next generation of