Honiara, Solomon Islands – The U.S. Embassy officially opened its Founders Museum in Heritage Park Hotel at a reception for alumni of U.S. government programs on Friday, April 17.
Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific Islands Matt Murray opened the event with remarks that highlighted the accomplishments of the alumni present and underscored the basis of the U.S.-Solomon Islands relationship on shared values of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law.
Deputy Assistant Secretary Murray said, “As one of the first countries to recognize Solomon Islands after its independence, the United States remains committed to Solomon Islands’ prosperity, democracy, and sovereignty.
“We look forward to celebrating your 50th anniversary of independence in two years.”
The Founders Museum is a White House initiative that is being implemented worldwide in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States of America – the oldest continuous democracy in the world.
Consisting of 82 reprints of historical paintings – including 56 portraits of the Declaration of Independence signers, along with scenes from the American Revolution, and more than 40 AI-generated videos available via QR code – the interactive museum allows visitors to learn about the historic figures and events that shaped American democracy.
The U.S. Embassy welcomes visits to the Founders Museum from offices, schools, churches, organizations, or families throughout 2026, and invites those interested to e-mail [email protected] to schedule a time.
