Nomination Deadline, Ohio Local History Alliance Outstanding Achievement Awards

Nominate the fantastic local history work being done in your community for a 2014 Ohio Local History Alliance Outstanding Achievement Award! The Alliance presents awards in two categories –  Individual Achievement and History Outreach.

Individual Achievement Awards recognize those who have made outstanding contributions to Ohio’s historical societies, history museums, or the understanding and appreciation of state and local history. Nominees must have been involved in a local history organization for at least five years and have demonstrated excellence in more than one area of that organization’s operations. If the nominee is a teacher, he or she must demonstrate creativity in teaching methods and expertise in local and state history.

History Outreach Awards recognize outstanding local history projects. These projects must have educational content, contributed to the promotion and understanding of local and state history, and impacted the local community. Nominations will be accepted in the following categories: public programming, media and publications, and exhibits/displays.

Nominations must be post-marked by August 1, 2014. Watch your mail for a nomination form, or contact the Local History Office at 1-800-858-6878 or 614-297-2340. You can also email localhistory@ohiohistory.org.

Good luck!