2026 SHPO Awards Call for Nominations!

Opportunity Township Hall photo

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.

NOMINATION SUBMISSION FORM

To see previous award winners visit our website: https://dahp.wa.gov/news-events/historic-preservation-month/2025-shpo-awards

Nominations are Due July 15, 2026. 

If you have any questions or trouble with the form please email Kim Gant: kim.gant@dahp.wa.gov.