Name:
Washington Roots Award
Date:
May 22, 2013 - June 1, 2013
Event Description:
Nominations are being accepted for the inaugural Washington Roots Award. The Washington Historical Society seeks to honor a person who spent at least part of their youth here in Washington, and as an adult has made significant contributions in either business, arts, science, government, sports or charitable work.
The society expects to award this honor annually, on Homecoming weekend. The 2013 award will be presented Sept. 28, during an open house at the Zinser House.
Nomination forms are available online at: www.washington-historical-society.org or at the Zinser House, which is open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. The deadline for nominations is June 1.
The society expects to award this honor annually, on Homecoming weekend. The 2013 award will be presented Sept. 28, during an open house at the Zinser House.
Nomination forms are available online at: www.washington-historical-society.org or at the Zinser House, which is open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. The deadline for nominations is June 1.
Ongoing Programs & Features
StoryWalk in Washington Park
Take a walk through Washington Park and enjoy a story as you stroll! Beginning at the parking lot located on the Lincoln Grade School side of Washington Park, follow the sidewalk to read a story. This two-month session’s book is Acorn Was a Little Wild by Jen Arena.
