Nominate a History Hero (Statewide: Deadline May 1)

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For Immediate Release
March 9, 2011

Contact:
Alycia Aldrich
Utah Division of State History
801-533-3556
aaldrich@utah.gov

NOMINATE A HISTORY HERO

State History’s Annual Awards recognize individuals and groups who have made a significant contribution to history, prehistory, or historic preservation in the state of Utah. Whether these efforts on behalf of the past are quiet or prominent, they benefit the state’s citizens in very real ways. State History invites nominations of persons or organizations who have given extraordinary service or completed outstanding projects. Winners will be honored at the 59th Annual Utah State History Conference evening reception on Thursday, September 8, 2011.

Members of the public may make nominations in these categories:

§ Outstanding Contribution Award: For outstanding, long-term contribution to archaeology, preservation, or history in Utah. The award may be given to groups or individuals.


§ Outstanding Achievement Award: For an outstanding project or activity in the field of Utah archaeology, preservation, or history, or in support of one of Utah’s heritage organizations. This achievement may include research, preservation, education, fundraising, community programs, volunteerism, journalism, or other activities.


Nominations are due by May 1, 2011. You can find a nomination form at http://history.utah.gov, or call Alycia Aldrich at 801.533.3556 for more information

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State History serves the citizens of Utah by helping to make history accessible, exciting, and relevant—and integral to the economy and culture of the state. State History is a division of the Utah Department of Community and Culture (www.community.utah.gov ).