[OR_Archaeology] HERITAGE EXCELLENCE AWARDS DEADLINE Jan. 20th

[Susan White]

HERITAGE EXCELLENCE AWARDS DEADLINE NEARS

The deadline for the 2010 Oregon Heritage Excellence Awards is nearing. The awards recognize individuals, businesses and organizations for outstanding efforts on behalf of Oregon heritage, draw public attention to these efforts, and raise the quality of heritage-oriented activities.

This year's awards will be presented April 9 at an Oregon Heritage Regional Roundup in Oregon City. The Heritage Programs Division of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, which houses the Oregon Heritage Commission and the Oregon State Historic Preservation Office, will
present the awards.

Nominations are encouraged for exceptional and meritorious work by organizations, businesses or individuals. Action over and above the ordinary call of duty is an award prerequisite. Special consideration is given to the development of new ideas, approaches and innovations. The
mere fulfillment of routine functions does not justify an award.

Nominations also are encouraged for organizations and projects of all sizes and heritage purposes and for volunteers and professionals from all heritage sectors. The Oregon Heritage Excellence Awards honor those people and organizations who have made the most of available resources and skills.

The complete nomination package includes three parts: cover sheet, nomination, and supporting material. It is available at

http://www.oregon.gov/OPRD/HCD/OHC/award_info.shtml  

The deadline for submissions is Jan. 20.