Museum Association of Arizona

City of Yuma Tribute of the Muses Award 
Recognizes an outstanding member of Yuma's arts community who has shown exemplary devotion and excellence in the arts. Nominees may reflect acknowledged excellence in a chosen arts field, arts advocacy, philanthropy and /or arts education. 
Deadline: September 5, 2018

City of Yuma Helios Award  
Recognizes an individual who is an up and coming voice within Yuma's arts community. Whether an artist, advocate, supporter or student, nominees can represent the visual arts, music, dance, theatre, arts education and/or philanthropy.
Deadline: September 5, 2018

Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums
2019 Buildy Award 
This national award recognizes the most outstanding recent museum building projects. The purpose of the Buildy Award is to increase awareness within the field, and by the public at large, of the value of museums and the need for their ongoing rehabilitation and expansion to serve future generations.
Deadline: September 21, 2018

Arizona Humanities 
Public Humanities Scholar  
Recognizes a distinguished humanities scholar who enhances public understanding of the humanities, transforms lives and strengthens communities through civil discourse and community engagement.
Deadline: October 1, 2018

Arizona Humanities 
Friend of the Humanities  
Recognizes a public individual who makes a lasting contribution to the cultural life of Arizona communities through active support of, and involvement in, promoting the humanities.
Deadline: October 1, 2018

Arizona Humanities 
Humanities Rising Star Award  
Recognizes a young professional, student, or volunteer who demonstrates outstanding and creative approaches to engaging the public with the humanities, and whose humanities scholarship and public service, has enhanced public understanding of the humanities.
Deadline: October 1, 2018

 IMLS National Medal
Recognizes libraries and museums whose programs and services contribute demonstrably to the wellbeing of their communities. Medalist institutions exceed typical levels of community outreach by supporting community cohesion and helping to catalyze positive change. Winners’ collaborative, adaptive programs, co-created with their communities, demonstrate exemplary service.
Deadline: October 1, 2018