On the recordDecember 6, 2023
Today I rise to congratulate Aaron Bartholmey on the newly announced Guinness World Record for his pencil collection. In July of 2023, the Colfax Historical Society helped to certify the tally of his record-breaking collection of 69,255 pencils with assistance from the American Pencil Collectors Society. These wooden advertising pencils are mostly from local businesses, and one is recorded as over 100 years old. His hobby began as a child, after going to a flea market with his grandfather, and it now has grown into a world record and a passion for history and local memorabilia. Congratulations to Aaron Bartholmey on his Guinness World Record, and best of luck in finding his next pencil. Recognizing Kelby Telander
