Texarkana Historic Preservation Awards 2026 Nominations Open

The Cities of Texarkana, Arkansas and Texarkana, Texas are once again coming together to celebrate the people and projects that help preserve our area’s rich history.

Nominations are now officially open for the 2026 2nd Annual Historic Preservation Awards, following a successful inaugural event last year that brought out strong community support from both sides of the state line. Organizers say this year’s ceremony is expected to grow even more in both impact and participation.

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Recognizing Preservation Efforts Across Texarkana

The awards will highlight six areas of preservation, including media, cultural awareness, civic and commercial venues, sacred places, residential homes, and excellence in historic or preservation education. One winner from each side of the state line will be selected in each category by local preservation commissions.

Ceremony Set at Historic Texarkana Venue

The ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 27 at 6 PM at the historic Arkansas Municipal Auditorium, which is in itself deeply rooted in Texarkana's cultural past.

Community Invited to Submit Nominations

You can get involved by nominating individuals, organizations, or projects that are making a difference in preserving Texarkana’s heritage. Self-nominations are also welcome.

Nominations will remain open through May 11. Forms and additional details can be found online, on the Texarkana, Arkansas Historic District Facebook page, or by contacting local historic preservation officials.

This annual event continues to shine a spotlight on the stories, places, and people that help keep Texarkana’s history alive for future generations.