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JUST IN: Dallas Historical Society’s 2019 Awards For Excellence Recipients Announced

Jun 3, 2019 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Despite a full plate of activities including arrangements for its 100th anniversary celebration in three years and the current renovation of the Hall of State, the Dallas Historical Society team has lined up the 2019 Award For Excellence recipients. The class of 2019 will be include the following:

Michelle Kinder (File photo)
Peggy Oglesby Allison (File photo)

 

  • Arts Leadership – Joan Davidow, supporter of local non-profit art institutions and artists
  • Creative Arts – Mary Vernon, artist with more than 50 years as an instructor in the arts
  • Education – Michelle Kinder, leader in outstanding programing supporting the social/emotional health of children
  • Health/Sciences – Baylor Scott & White Health Uterine Transplant Team, pioneers in successfully transplanting a uterus, thus giving thousands of women hope to bear children
  • History – Frances James, preservationist and chronicler of Dallas’ historic cemeteries
  • Humanities – Jubilee Park and Community Center, committed to creating a safe, secure, vital neighborhood in the Southeast Dallas community
  • Philanthropy – Ernie Michael Fernandez, M.D., bettering the lives of children with diabetes through his work with Camp Sweeney
  • Sports Leadership – Norm Hitzges, legendary sports journalism broadcaster and author
  • Volunteer Leadership – Peggy Oglesby Allison, longstanding community volunteer and change agent
John McCaa (File photo)
Karl Chiao (File photo)

As for the 2019 Jubilee History Maker Award, it will go to former WFAA anchor John McCaa, who “for more than 30 years has been a fixture in Dallas Journalism bringing a steady and reliable voice to many of Dallas’ historic events. He will be honored for his tireless pursuit of the truth through journalism.”

According to DHS Executive Director Karl Chiao Esq., “Through their time, energy, influence and support, these Dallas History Makers have shown tremendous civic leadership and a commitment to our city’s rich and important history.”

Sponsored by Pegasus Bank, the luncheon honoring the 2019 awardees will take place on Thursday, November 21, at the Fairmont Dallas.

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