Paragon Art Awards
Paragon Art 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 in September.
2023 Paragon Award Winners
THE ULTIMATE PARAGON
Frank & Donna Salter
LEADERSHIP IN THE ARTS (ART PROJECT/ART PROGRAM)
Shelley Campbell - ORiGINALE: Hannibal Art Club's Annual Exhibit and Competition
LEADERSHIP IN THE ARTS (INDIVIDUAL)
Trevor McDonald
LEADERSHIP IN THE ARTS (BUSINESS)
Finn's Food & Spirits - Chad & Jill Otten
PARAGON ART AWARD PIECES

Award Categories
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.