2026 SHPO Awards

The Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) is seeking nominations for the 2026 Annual Awards for Outstanding Achievements in Historic Preservation. This awards program recognizes persons, organizations, and projects that have achieved distinction in the field of historic preservation.  Award recipients will be recognized during the Opening Plenary at the PLACES Conference October 6 - 8 in Ellensburg, WA.

Complete the online NOMINATION FORM to nominate an outstanding person, organization, or project for this award. 

Nominations are Due July 15, 2026. 

Award Categories are:

Outstanding Cemetery Preservation

Outstanding Achievement in Historic Preservation Planning

Outstanding Achievement in Historic Preservation in the Media

Outstanding Acheivement in Preservation Education

Outstanding Achievement in Stewardship

Career Achievement

Outstanding Heritage Barn Rehabilitation

Special Acheivement

Valerie Sivinski Award for Outstanding Achievement in Historic Rehabilitation

Questions? Trouble with the form? Contact: kim.gant@dahp.wa.gov