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Blackstone Heritage Corridor Seeks Nominations for John H. Chafee Heritage Awards

The John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor (BHC) is seeking nominations for the John H. Chafee Heritage Awards, which honor individuals or groups that have worked on projects, programs, and institutions that promote cultural heritage, the preservation of natural areas, and/or those who strive to enrich the quality of life in the Blackstone River Valley.
BHC established the award to honor the late Senator John H. Chafee and recognize citizens and organizations whose work in the Blackstone Valley embodies Chafeeā€™s vision and ideas. Recipients include community leaders, preservation heroes, business partners, environmental advocates, and students whose achievements resulted in public benefit. 
To nominate someone for the award, submit a nomination form citing their accomplishments. There is a separate category for students. Find the form at BlackstoneHeritageCorridor.org/john-h-chafee-heritage-awards. Nominations must be received by September 15, 2024, and can be mailed to the BHC office at 670 Linwood Avenue, Whitinsville, MA, 01588, or emailed to Devon Kurtz at [email protected].