Nominees sought for annual historical society awards
The Tuscarawas County Historical Society is seeking nominations for its annual Zeisberger Heckewelder Award. The award is given each year to up to four individuals and an organization who exemplify outstanding service to the citizens of Tuscarawas County or have enhanced a better understanding of the history of Tuscarawas County.
Nominees should be people or organizations who have made outstanding contributions to the quality of life or the preservation of history in the area; that have performed services that have benefited the economic, social, moral and cultural life of the area; or whose endeavors have brought merit to Tuscarawas County. According to the award guidelines, the nominee must be a resident of or be located in Tuscarawas County. Current public officeholders are not eligible.
The Zeisberger Heckewelder medal is named for Moravian missionaries David Zeisberger and John Heckewelder. Winners for 2025 will be announced in April, and the awards will be presented at the Tuscarawas County Historical Society’s annual Founders Day Banquet in May.
Nominations for the Zeisberger Heckewelder Award are being accepted until Feb. 1.
Nominations must be made in writing and include the following:
—Nominee’s name, address and phone number.
—Nominator’s name, address and phone number.
—A written explanation of why the nominee should be considered for the award.
—A list of any leadership roles the applicant has held in Tuscarawas County.
—Any supporting documents such as newspaper articles and letters of support for the nomination.
Nominations can be mailed to TCHS, P.O. Box 462, New Philadelphia, OH 44663, or dropped off at the Tusc Kent Archives in Founders Hall on the campus of Kent State Tuscarawas during regular office hours Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8 a.m. to noon.
Call 330-308-7494 or email tuschs@tuschs.org.