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Governor’s Arts Awards

In the interest of public health and safety the Nebraska Arts Council is postponing the Governor’s Arts Awards scheduled for March 27 at the Nebraska State Capitol. 

“In light of the public health emergency we face, everyone’s health and safety is our top priority. The Governor’s Arts Awards is a celebratory event that is meant to be shared. We will reschedule the ceremony on a more suitable date in the future.” - Executive Director, Suzanne Wise.

The biennial Governor's Arts Awards is Nebraska's premier event in recognizing individuals and organizations that shape our state's artistic landscape. The impact of the arts, and these honorees, is felt in the classroom, the economy and the community. 

Click here for event photos and awardee videos (2018)

Award Categories:

Access to the Arts

An individual, school district or community organization that has made an outstanding contribution to accessibility in Nebraska.

Excellence in Arts Education

An individual, school district or community organization that has made a long-term, outstanding contribution to arts education in Nebraska.

Heritage Arts

Awarded to an individual, group or organization that exemplifies authenticity and excellence within a cultural tradition.

Organizational Achievement

Awarded to an arts organization that has demonstrated a consistently high level of excellence in programming and outreach.

Outstanding Artist

Awarded to an individual artist practicing in any discipline whose work or career has made a significant contribution to their art form and to the state of Nebraska.

Thomas C. Woods III Partner in the Arts

Awarded to an individual, business, school district or community organization that has shown outstanding commitment by its continued support of the arts through time, energy, expertise and/or financial support.