2025 Annual Awards
What is the awards nomination process?
To nominate a a person, building, or project, complete a nomination form and attach supporting documents and high-resolution photos. If your documents or photos are large files, please email them to fquinn@heritageohio.org with the name of the nomination in the title of the email. To view a detailed description of the awards categories, view the 2025 Awards List.
All nominations must be received by July 31, 2025. Nominations that do not follow the formatting provided in the form, and incomplete entries will NOT be accepted.
Each submission has an entry fee of $50.
Not sure if your nomination fits a category? Contact us at 614-258-6200 or fquinn@heritageohio.org and we will be happy to discuss the nomination with you.
Award Categories
Main Street Awards
- Best Main Street Committee Project
- Best Main Street Committee Event
- Main Street Business of the Year
- Main Street Director of the Year
- Main Street Volunteer of the Year
- Spirit of Main Street
Complete a nomination for a Main Street Award
Projects & Place Awards
- Best Commercial Rehabilitation
- Best Downtown Placemaking
- Best Historic Theater Restoration
- Best Residential Restoration
Complete a nomination for a Projects & Place Award
Individual Awards
- Joyce Barrett Preservation Hero Award
- Young Preservationist of the Year
2024 Annual Awards
What is the awards nomination process?
To nominate a a person, building, or project, complete a nomination form and attach supporting documents and high-resolution photos. If your documents or photos are large files, please email them to fquinn@heritageohio.org with the name of the nomination in the title of the email. To view a detailed description of the awards categories, view the 2024 Awards List.
All nominations must be received by July 31, 2024. Nominations that do not follow the formatting provided in the form, and incomplete entries will NOT be accepted.
Not sure if your nomination fits a category? Contact us at 614-258-6200 or fquinn@heritageohio.org and we will be happy to discuss the nomination with you.
Award Categories
Main Street Awards
- Best Main Street Committee Project
- Main Street Business of the Year
- Main Street Director of the Year
- Spirit of Main Street
Complete a nomination for a Main Street Award
Projects & Place Awards
- Best Commercial Rehabilitation
- Best Downtown Placemaking
- Best Historic Theater Restoration
- Best Residential Restoration
Complete a nomination for a Projects & Place Award
Individual Awards
- Preservation Hero
- Young Preservationist of the Year
2023 Annual Awards
What is the awards nomination process?
To nominate a a person, building, or project, complete a nomination form and attach supporting documents and high-resolution photos. If your documents or photos are large files, please email them to fquinn@heritageohio.org with the name of the nomination in the title of the email. To view a detailed description of the awards categories, view the 2023 Awards List.
All nominations must be received by July 5, 2023. Nominations that do not follow the formatting provided in the form, and incomplete entries will NOT be accepted.
Not sure if your nomination fits a category? Contact us at 614-258-6200 or fquinn@heritageohio.org and we will be happy to discuss the nomination with you.
Award Categories
Main Street Awards
- Best Main Street Committee Project
- Main Street Business of the Year
- Main Street Director of the Year
- Spirit of Main Street
Complete a nomination for a Main Street Award
Complete a nomination for a Main Street Director of the Year Award
Projects & Place Awards
- Best Commercial Rehabilitation
- Best Downtown Placemaking
- Best Historic Theater Restoration
- Best Residential Restoration
Complete a nomination for a Projects & Place Award
Individual Awards
- Preservation Hero
2022 Heritage Ohio Annual Conference
Registration Agenda Presenters Sponsorship Hotel FAQ
You’ll do better in Toledo! Join us in the Glass City October 3rd to the 5th for the Heritage Ohio annual Preservation and Main Street Conference, presented by Sandvick Architects & Coon Restoration. Engage in conversations around expanding the definition of preservation, and how and why we decide what to save. Take a fresh look at the Main Street approach to revitalization, and how strong neighborhoods support our historic commercial districts.
Our conference tracts this year are centered around Community Interest; Historic Sites and Properties; Community Involvement, Engagement, and DEI; Funding Resources; Historic Tax Credits; and Historic Preservation and Design Review. With nearly thirty sessions and six tours highlighting the best of Toledo and the revitalization community across Ohio, there’s something of interest for preservationists of every level, from beginner to seasoned pro.
The conference kicks off Monday with a deep dive into Historic Tax Credits, hosted at the restored Jones mansion in Findlay, Ohio. That evening, join us at the historic Toledo club for our Legacy Circle evening reception, where you’ll mingle with Heritage Ohio board members and many of our valued preservation partners. Tuesday will offer a full day of educational sessions and walking tours, along with a diverse vendor showcase and social mixer. Tuesday evening, we’ll travel to the historic Ohio Theatre in the Lagrange Neighborhood for keynote remarks from US Representative, Marcy Kaptur, followed by our annual awards ceremony and the inaugural Heritage Ohio film festival. Wednesday will feature more educational sessions and tours around Toledo.
Looking for Handouts & Presentations?
Visit our Dropbox folder for the conference materials.
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2022 Annual Awards
What is the awards nomination process?
To nominate a a person, building, or project, complete a nomination form and attach supporting documents and high-resolution photos. If your documents or photos are large files, please email them to fquinn@heritageohio.org with the name of the nomination in the title of the email. To view a detailed description of the awards categories, view the 2022 Awards List.
All nominations must be received by July 1, 2022. Nominations that do not follow the formatting provided in the form, and incomplete entries will NOT be accepted.
Not sure if your nomination fits a category? Contact us at 614-258-6200 or fquinn@heritageohio.org and we will be happy to discuss the nomination with you.
Award Categories
Main Street Awards
- Best Main Street Committee Project or Event
- Main Street Business of the Year
- Main Street Director of the Year
- Main Street Volunteer of the Year
- Spirit of Main Street
Complete a nomination for a Main Street Award
Complete a nomination for a Main Street Director of the Year Award
Rehabilitation Project Awards
- Best Commercial Rehabilitation
- Best Public Building Rehabilitation
- Best Public-Private Partnership
- Best Residential Rehabilitation
- Best Upper Floor Residential Rehabilitation
- Best Urban Infill Project
Complete a nomination for a Rehabilitation Project Award
Place Awards
- Historic Farmstead of the Year
- Historic Theater of the Year
- Best Downtown Placemaking
Complete a nomination for a Place Award
Individual Awards
- Outstanding Leader in Revitalization
- Preservation Hero
- Young Preservationist of the Year
2021 Annual Awards
What is the awards nomination process?
To nominate a a person, building, or project, complete a nomination form and attach supporting documents and high-resolution photos. If your documents or photos are large files, please email them to fquinn@heritageohio.org with the name of the nomination in the title of the email. To view a detailed description of the awards categories, view the 2021 Awards List.
All nominations must be received by August 1, 2021. Nominations that do not follow the formatting provided in the form, and incomplete entries will NOT be accepted.
Not sure if your nomination fits a category? Contact us at 614-258-6200 or fquinn@heritageohio.org and we will be happy to discuss the nomination with you.
Where will the awards ceremony be held?
The 2021 Heritage Ohio Annual Awards Ceremony will be decided on whether it will be in-person or virtual based on Covid-19 information as we get closer to the end of summer. Tickets to the virtual conference will go on sale mid-July of 2021, pending the latest information and guidance on COVID-19.
Award Categories
Main Street Awards
- Best Main Street Committee Project or Event
- Main Street Business of the Year
- Main Street Director of the Year
- Main Street Volunteer of the Year
- Spirit of Main Street
Complete a nomination for a Main Street Award
Complete a nomination for a Main Street Director of the Year Award
Rehabilitation Project Awards
- Best Commercial Rehabilitation
- Best Public Building Rehabilitation
- Best Public-Private Partnership
- Best Residential Rehabilitation
- Best Upper Floor Residential Rehabilitation
Complete a nomination for a Rehabilitation Project Award
Place Awards
- Historic Farmstead of the Year
- Historic Theater of the Year
- Best Downtown Placemaking
Complete a nomination for a Place Award
Individual Awards
- Outstanding Leader in Revitalization
- Preservation Hero
- Young Preservationist of the Year
Sponsor a Heritage Ohio Annual Award!
For one week only we’re opening up sponsorship for our Annual Awards! Although our Annual Awards Ceremony typically happens during our Annual Conference, this year we’ve had to move our Annual Awards online. However, we have a great celebration planned! Beginning this month, we’ll highlight one of our award winners each day, providing our audience bite-sized peeks at this year’s best in revitalization and preservation. You can download the Annual Awards sponsorship form here.
If you want to sponsor one of our awards, you have to act now. We’ll only have sponsorship open for one week.
2020 Annual Awards
What is the awards nomination process?
To nominate a a person, building, or project, complete a nomination form and attach supporting documents and high-resolution photos. If your documents or photos are large files, please email them to fquinn@heritageohio.org with the name of the nomination in the title of the email. To view a detailed description of the awards categories, view the 2020 Awards List.
All nominations must be received by July 15, 2020. Nominations that do not follow the formatting provided in the form, and incomplete entries will NOT be accepted.
Not sure if your nomination fits a category? Contact us at 614-258-6200 or fquinn@heritageohio.org and we will be happy to discuss the nomination with you.
Where will the awards ceremony be held?
The 2020 Heritage Ohio Annual Awards Ceremony will be decided on whether it will be in-person or virtual based on Covid-19 information as we get closer to the end of summer. Tickets to the virtual conference will go on sale mid-July of 2020, pending the latest information and guidance on COVID-19.
Award Categories
Main Street Awards
- Best Main Street Committee Project or Event
- Main Street Business of the Year
- Main Street Director of the Year
- Main Street Volunteer of the Year
- Spirit of Main Street
Complete a nomination for a Main Street Award
Complete a nomination for a Main Street Director of the Year Award
Rehabilitation Project Awards
- Best Commercial Rehabilitation
- Best Public Building Rehabilitation
- Best Public-Private Partnership
- Best Residential Rehabilitation
- Best Upper Floor Residential Rehabilitation
Complete a nomination for a Rehabilitation Project Award
Place Awards
- Historic Farmstead of the Year
- Historic Theater of the Year
Complete a nomination for a Place Award
Design Awards
- Best Downtown Placemaking
- Best Commercial Building Facade Improvement
- Best Commercial Building Interior Improvement
Complete a nomination for a Design Award
Individual Awards
- Outstanding Leader in Revitalization
- Preservation Hero
- Young Preservationist of the Year
2019 Annual Awards
What is the awards nomination process?
To nominate a a person, building, or project, complete a nomination form and attach supporting documents and high-resolution photos. If your documents or photos are large files, please email them to fquinn@heritageohio.org with the name of the nomination in the title of the email. To view a detailed description of the awards categories, view the 2019 Awards List.
All nominations must be received by July 1, 2019. Nominations that do not follow the formatting provided in the form, and incomplete entries will NOT be accepted.
Not sure if your nomination fits a category? Contact us at 614-258-6200 or fquinn@heritageohio.org and we will be happy to discuss the nomination with you.
Where will the awards ceremony be held?
The 2019 Heritage Ohio Annual Awards Ceremony will take place in Newark on October 22, 2019. Tickets to the conference will go on sale in June of 2019.
Award Categories
Main Street Awards
- Best Main Street Committee Project or Event
- Main Street Business of the Year
- Main Street Executive Director of the Year
- Main Street Volunteer of the Year
- Spirit of Main Street
Complete a nomination for a Main Street Award
Rehabilitation Project Awards
- Best Commercial Rehabilitation
- Best Public Building Rehabilitation
- Best Public-Private Partnership
- Best Residential Rehabilitation
- Best Upper Floor Residential Rehabilitation
Complete a nomination for a Rehabilitation Project Award
Place Awards
- Historic Farmstead of the Year
- Historic Theater of the Year
Complete a nomination for a Place Award
Design Awards
- Best Downtown Placemaking
- Best Commercial Building Facade Improvement
- Best Commercial Building Interior Improvement
Complete a nomination for a Design Award
Individual Awards
- Outstanding Leader in Revitalization
- Preservation Hero
- Young Preservationist of the Year
2018 Heritage Ohio Annual Awards Call For Nominations
What is the awards nomination process?
To nominate a a person, building, or project, simply complete this form and attach supporting documents and high-resolution photos (Limit 9.75 MB). If your documents or photos are large files, please email them to fquinn@heritageohio.org with the name of the nomination in the title of the email. To view a detailed description of the awards categories, view the 2018 Awards List.
All nominations must be received by July 15, 2018. Nominations that do not follow the formatting provided in the form and incomplete entries will NOT be accepted.
Not sure if your nomination fits a category? Contact us at 614-258-6200 or fquinn@heritageohio.org and we will be happy to discuss the nomination with you.
Where will the awards ceremony be held?
The 2018 Heritage Ohio Annual Awards Ceremony will take place in Cleveland on October 23, 2018. Tickets to the conference will go on sale in June of 2018.
Here’s a sampling of 2017 Annual Awards winners:
Best Main Street Committee Project or Event:
Around the Town – Main Street Tiffin
Best Downtown Placemaking:
Dan Smith Community Park – Kent
Main Street Business of the Year:
Marietta Adventure Company
Main Street Manager of the Year:
Cristie Thomas
Historic Theater of the Year:
Marion Palace Theatre
Best Public Building Rehabilitation:
Norwood Fire Company No. 2
RWA Architects
Best Public Private Partnership:
The Canal Market District
Best Residential Rehabilitation:
West 25th Street Lofts
City Architecture
Best Upper Floor Rehabilitation:
Lofts110
Best Commercial Rehabilitation:
New Castle School of Trades
Outstanding Leader in Revitalization Award:
Mary Crockett
Spirit of Main Street Award:
Paul Hach Jr.
Preservation Hero Award:
Steve Coon
