The Coalition wishes to recognize individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the preservation and understanding of Sarasota County’s prehistorical and historical resources. Besides honoring those who have devoted themselves to maintaining the integrity of our remaining architectural, archeological, and historical assets and educating the public to their importance, the Heritage Awards aim to raise the level of public support for governmental and citizen-based efforts to preserve our common past so future generations may learn from it.
2023 AWARD RECIPIENTS
2022 AWARD RECIPIENTS
- Organizational Achievement: The Sarasota County Centennial 2021 Steering Committee
- Historical Collections Preservation: Alexandra Vargas-Minor, Archivist, Ringling College of Art and Design
- The Lillian Burns Award for Individual Achievement: Harry Klinkhamer, Historical Resources Manager, City of Venice
- Historical Research: Dr. Renee DiPilato, Director of Libraries and Historical Resources for Sarasota County
- (New Category) Public Leadership: Larry R. Humes, Venice Gondolier
- (New Category) Gregory A. and Eleana Najmy Hall Historic Structure Preservation Award:
Cunliff Residence, Brian and Katherine Leaver, 2525 Pleasant Place, Sarasota
Special Citation for Project of Merit
Vamo Drive Park, Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Department
Cottage at Point of Rocks, Donald and Terri Liebentritt, 7208 Point of Rock Road, Siesta Key
The Golden Host Resort and Bahi Tiki Hut, Bob Brown, 4674 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Paul Rudolph’s Umbrella House, Anne and Robert Essner, 1300 Westway Drive, Lido Key