Purpose: To recognize extraordinary efforts by individuals, organizations and others in preserving the unique history and heritage of Oxford, Maryland and the surrounding area. If you would like to make a submission, the form is available here.
Qualifying Activities: Awards may be given in any one of four categories as follows below. Activities must be completed one-time projects or continuing on-going projects that are developed to preserve Oxford’s history and heritage. Examples include, but are not limited to:
- Restoration Projects and Renovation Projects: Restoration of a historic structure or landscape to its original form or detail. Renovation of a historic structure to contemporary standards while retaining its distinct original historical character and respecting the neighborhood scale.
- Outstanding Service in Preservation: Development of a presentation, publication, educational program, oral history, or exhibit regarding an aspect of life in Oxford, an historic building, or items indigenous to the area for the public.
- Stewardship: Preservation of land, shoreline, or water quality in Oxford or the surrounding area. Restoration of habitat. Prevention of inappropriate use of an historic property. Long term care and protection of historic property.
- Lifetime Contribution: Recognition of an extraordinary contribution which may encompass some or all of the qualifying categories listed above over an extended period of time.
Nominations:
Nominees may be an individual, group, organization, business or civic institution. Nominees need not be residents of Oxford as long as the activity specifically relates to Oxford and the surrounding area. Consideration for the award will take place annually. Nominations should be received by May 30, 2024. Decisions will be made by the Preservation Award Committee of the Oxford Museum, consisting of three Museum Board Members, three at-large Museum members and one honorary member. The Award will be presented at the summer museum membership party.
History:
Click here to view a history of the award recipients.
Submission:
Please submit the nomination form with any supporting material to The Hank’s Committee, The Oxford Museum, P. O. Box 131, Oxford, Maryland.