Paragon Art Awards

Paragon Art Awards and Jean Vincent/Scipio Creek Pottery Arts Education Fund Awards celebrate excellence in the arts and recognize the contributions to the arts community by volunteers, individuals, businesses, artists, arts educators, organizations and business leaders. Awards are presented annually.

2026 Paragon Art Award Winners

THE ULTIMATE PARAGON
Beth Leicht

LEADERSHIP IN THE ARTS (ART PROJECT/ART PROGRAM)
We Stand United Puppetry and Dance Team (Marsha Mayfield)

LEADERSHIP IN THE ARTS (INDIVIDUAL)
Peter Raith

LEADERSHIP IN THE ARTS (BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION)
CRD Circle of King's Daughters

2026 Jean Vincent/Scipio Creek Pottery Arts Education Fund Award Winner

ARTS EDUCATION
Stephen Schisler

AWARD CATEGORIES open for nominations each year include:

Leadership in the Arts (Art Project/Art Program) – Presented to an arts project/art program that has made a meaningful impact in Hannibal.

Leadership in the Arts (Individual) - Presented to an individual who has contributed to the arts in Hannibal through volunteerism, participation, support and commitment to the arts.

Leadership in the Arts (Business/Organization) - Presented to a business/organization that has contributed to the arts in Hannibal through volunteerism, participation, support and commitment to the arts.

The Ultimate Paragon - Presented to an individual, business or organization that has contributed above and beyond the call of duty to make the arts in Hannibal succeed and thrive.

Jean Vincent/Scipio Creek Pottery Arts Education Fund (Arts Education) - Presented to a public or parochial school arts educator (fine art, instrumental, vocal, writing, etc.) in the Hannibal area.