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.

2019 Paragon Award Winners

THE ULTIMATE PARAGON
Ruth Garner

LEADERSHIP IN THE ARTS (ART PROJECT/ART PROGRAM)
Osage Nation Partnership Programs - HCVB
HLGU Hagerman Gallery - Michael Chlebanowski

LEADERSHIP IN THE ARTS (INDIVIDUAL)
Gale Rublee
Bella Erakko

LEADERSHIP IN THE ARTS (BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION)
Mark Twain Chorale
Not Ever Ready for Prime Time Players

The 2019 Paragon Art Award was created by Drew Sutor!

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.

To submit a nomination for any or all categories, stop by the Hannibal Arts Council or contact HAC at (573) 221-6545 or findit@hannibalarts.com.