Nominations sought for Governor's History Awards

The Washington State History Society announces that nominations for the 2019 Governor’s History Awards are due May 1.  Please see the attached flier for more information or use the nomination form at http://www.washingtonhistory.org/about/awards/.

Awards to be presented include:

   David Douglas Award- significant contribution of an individual or an organization through projects, exhibits, digital presentations or programs such as documentaries, apps, websites or blogs, educational products or any other vehicle that informs or expands our appreciation of any field of Washington State history during the previous year. No book nominations permitted.
   Robert Gray Medal- the Robert Gray Medal recognizes distinguished and long-term contributions to Pacific Northwest history through demonstrated excellence in one or more of the following areas: teaching, writing, research, historic preservation, and service to local historical societies
   Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching History- an outstanding certified teacher of Pacific Northwest history in an accredited K-12 school in Washington or to a nonprofit organization
   Peace and Friendship Award- a Native American who has advanced public understanding of the cultural diversity of the peoples of Washington State
   Peace and Friendship Award- an individual who has advanced public understanding of the cultural diversity of the peoples of Washington State