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Dallas History Makers Awards for Excellence Luncheon benefiting the Dallas Historical Society
November 17, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
$175 – $600
The Dallas Historical Society is thrilled to announce the Dallas History Makers Awards for Excellence luncheon. DHS is kicking off its second century with a new awards luncheon logo and name while continuing to honor its traditions and the Dallas History Makers of today and introducing a new awards category: Dallas Historical Society’s Benefactor of the Year.
The awards were established on behalf of the Trustees of the Dallas Historical Society in 1981. Outstanding individuals and organizations are selected for this honor from nominations solicited from the Dallas community. The recipients are chosen for their contribution to the quality of life in Dallas in multiple categories. Awards recipients listed below.
Daniel Murchison and Laura Woodall, Luncheon Chairs.
The Collins Family: Dick Collins, Calvert Collins-Bratton and Vince Bratton; Genevieve Collins-DeCarme and Dwight DeCarme, Honorary Chairs.
Karl Chiao, Executive Director, Dallas Historical Society.
Dr. Roy Washburn, Board Chair.
Awards recipients:
Dallas Historical Society Benefactor of the Year – Stan Graff.
Arts Leadership – Gail Sachson.
Creative Arts – Lyric Stage.
Education – Dr. Carine Feyten.
History – Talmage Boston.
Humanities – Friends of Aldredge House.
Jubilee History Maker – Michael Boone.
Sports Leadership – Brad Sham.
Volunteer Community Leadership – Tori Mannes.
Guests mix and mingle prior to a three-course luncheon, inspiring videos honoring the award recipients sharing their often untold stories and highlighting their contributions to Dallas, and awards presentations. The event is topped off with the traditional A.C. Greene Champagne Toast.