Arts Missoula is excited to announce the return of the Arts and Culture Awards Program this spring, after a two-year absence due to COVID. We will recognize the awardees at a reception held on Wednesday, June 1 from 4:30-6:00 PM at the Double Tree Hotel.

Established in 1999, these awards demonstrate the importance of the arts as they relate to Missoula’s quality of life by honoring those who have made significant contributions to the arts community.

This year’s event features a hosted beer/wine reception and appetizer buffet; award winner acceptance speeches, plus an entertaining presentation about Arts Missoula by retiring Executive Director Tom Bensen, and the opportunity to welcome the new incoming Executive Director, Heather Adams!

Individual tickets are $40 and include 2 drink tickets. Tables of 8 are $320.

THIS YEAR’S WINNERS!
·The Cultural Ambassador Award, honoring someone who has consistently supported the arts community and cultural diplomacy is awarded to Mayor John Engen.

·The Individual Artist, presented to someone who has shown exceptional achievement in their chosen craft, is awarded to Joy French, founder, choreographer, and dancer of Bare Bait Dance Company.

·The Arts Educator, honoring an outstanding local educator who has devoted a career to teaching the arts, is awarded to Rob Tapper, Professor of Trombone & Director of Jazz Studies at UM.

·The Business Support for the Arts, given to businesses that have provided long-term support to Missoula’s artists and arts organizations, is awarded to Logjam Presents.

·The Cultural Vision Award, honoring artistic and cultural programming, goes to Open Air.

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