Each year the Dutchess County Historical Society offers awards that recognize and encourage best practices in local history.
The Historic Preservation Award honors the individual, group, or organization that represents the best practices of historic preservation.
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.
The Franklin D. Roosevelt Award for an individual early in their career showing great interest, scholarship and enthusiasm for local history.
The Award of Special Recognition honors anyone or any organization that has made profound and lasting contributions to local history over a lifetime.
