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Town of Leesburg
News Release
For Immediate Release
August 31, 2017
Media Contact:
Betsy Arnett, Public Information Officer
barnett@leesburgva.gov 703-771-2734
Loudoun History Awards Nominations Now Open Through
October 9, 2017
Thomas Balch Library Commission will present the 25th annual awards on
November 12, 2017.
Leesburg, VA (August 31, 2017) – Thomas Balch Library Advisory Commission seeks
nominations for the 25th annual Loudoun History Awards. The awards honor individuals who
have made a significant contribution to preserving Loudoun’s past through collection of county
documents and memorabilia, preservation of historic landmarks, visual arts, writing and long-
term involvement in local history organizations.
Last year’s honorees were John K. “Jack” Barrett and the Black History Committee Heritage Bus
Tour team.
Letters of nomination should include a statement elaborating the nominee’s accomplishments.
Newspaper articles, program announcements, publications, or other supporting information
that provides evidence of the nominee’s accomplishments may be included. Contact
information for the nominee and nominator must accompany the nomination and be directed
to:
Alexandra S. Gressitt, Library Director
Thomas Balch Library
208 West Market Street
Leesburg, VA 20176
Deadline for nominations is Monday, October 9, 2017. The awards ceremony will be on
Sunday, November 12, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. at the Thomas Balch Library. For more information,
contact Alexandra Gressitt at 703-737-7195 or agressitt@leesburgva.gov.
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