Annual Awards

Each year the Dutchess County Historical Society offers awards that recognize and encourage best practices in local history.

The Helen Wilkinson Reynolds Award goes to an individual who has demonstrated a commitment to the “necessary and accurate pursuit of historical truth.”

The Dutchess Award is given for “exceptional contributions in preservation, history & education.”

The Business of Historic Distinction Award is given for longstanding tradition of service & commitment to Dutchess County residents.

Eileen Mylod Hayden Award for teachers who impart a love of local history on students.

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Helen Wilkinson Reynolds Award for the necessary & accurate pursuit of historical truth.
The Dutchess Award for exceptional contributions in preservation, history & education
Business of Historic Distinction for longstanding tradition of service & commitment.
Eileen Mylod Hayden Award for teachers who impart a love of local history on students.