Every day across Oklahoma, countless individuals and organizations dedicate themselves to the arts and are making a difference in their communities and schools. From faithful volunteers to seasoned leaders, long-time classroom teachers to determined advocates, these champions for the arts deserve recognition for their outstanding efforts.
Since 1975, the Oklahoma Governor’s Arts Awards has been the premier event for honoring those whose dedication has impacted the arts in our state. Through Wednesday, October 15, the Oklahoma Arts Council is accepting nominations for the 46th Oklahoma Governor’s Arts Awards.
Presented every two years by the Governor of Oklahoma and the Oklahoma Arts Council during a special ceremony at the state Capitol, awards recognize honorees in several categories. Hundreds of Oklahomans have been awarded the Governor’s Arts Awards gold medallion bearing the image of Allan Houser’s Capitol sculpture As Long As the Waters Flow since they were introduced decades ago. Submit a nomination today for the chance to bring this meaningful recognition to a deserving person or organization in your community.
How to Submit a Nomination
There are two options for submitting a nomination:
Option 1: Complete an online nomination form
Option 2: Download a nomination form and follow instructions for submitting a two- to three-page typewritten narrative
Categories
Honorees are presented awards in the categories below. The Governor’s Arts Awards selection committee will consider nominations in the categories of best fit.
The Governor’s Award – recognizes longtime leadership and significant contributions to the arts
Arts in Education – recognizes an individual, organization, school, educator or group for their outstanding leadership and service benefiting arts education
Business in the Arts Award – recognizes businesses that exhibit outstanding support of the arts in Oklahoma
Community Service Award – recognizes significant contributions to the arts in specific Oklahoma communities in the areas of leadership and volunteerism
Media in the Arts Award – recognizes members of the media who have demonstrated professionalism and commitment to supporting public awareness of the arts
George Nigh Public Service in the Arts Award – recognizes an Oklahoma government official for outstanding support of the arts
Eligibility
Nominees must be current, full-time Oklahoma residents or organizations that work in and for the benefit of Oklahoma. Awards are not given posthumously.
