APHNYS is seeking nominations for its awards, given every year at its annual conference. Here are the categories for the awards:

Franklin D. Roosevelt Local Government Historian Professional Achievement Award –

Awarded to an appointed historian for lifetime achievement in the practice of public history in NYS.

Edmund J. Winslow Local Government Historian Award for Excellence – Recognition for excellence in one or more public history projects or publications.

APHNYS Award for Excellence in Promoting Local History – Excellence in cooperation and promoting local history through research, writing, and other related accomplishments.

Hugh Hastings Award – Honoring citizens and government officials who work to promote, preserve, and stimulate interest in the history of NYS.

Joseph E. Meany Award – Excellence in promoting and/or preserving military, labor, or marine projects or publications.