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SLHA has an awards scheme to recognise the endeavours and achievements of local groups, societies and individuals in the fields of Lincolnshire history and archaeology. There is one annual award called The Flora Murray Award, consisting of a cheque for £200 and a framed certificate. An occasional award can be granted at the Society's discretion called The SLHA Award for Excellence. This consists of a framed certificate. Both award winners receive free copies of the Society’s journal and magazine for one year. Eligibility
Projects Suggested projects suitable for entry to the scheme are published books, exhibitions, lectures, websites, educational resources and village trails, but any project, as long as it focuses on the history and archaeology of the County, is welcome.Applications Applications for an award must be made on an application form by either the applicant directly or by a third party with the potential award recipient's permission. Download the application form here. Guidance The project should contain sound information and be presented clearly and attractively. The purpose of the project and its target audience should be made clear; indications of success would be helpful. Original ideas and projects that have a ‘wow’ factor will be especially welcome. Judging A panel of senior SLHA post holders will judge nominations. Their decisions are final. The Society reserves the right not to make any awards in a particular year. The panel will consider the following criteria in its judgement: * Factual content: is the material factually correct, well-chosen and relevant to the theme and purpose of the project? * Style: is the material presented in a clear and coherent fashion and the information well organised? * Presentation: is the publication (or other material) well designed, attractive and colourful? * Appeal: Is the project original or unusual? Does it represent a huge achievement or have a ‘wow’ factor? * Success: How successful has the project been or likely to be in terms of interest shown and active involvement by the ‘target audience’? Has it met its stated aims? Applicants should consider these criteria when promoting their project on the application form, although it is recognised that not all applications can be judged equally against all criteria. Books and other concrete items should accompany application forms where appropriate; if requested they will be returned afterwards. The judging panel should also be given opportunity to visit exhibitions or other events well in advance of the closing date for receipt of entries. Presentation The Flora Murray Award and SLHA Awards for Excellence are usually presented at the Annual General Meeting of the Society, held in October. Closing Date The closing date for the 2022 awards is 31 August 2022 Please note that at present the shop is only open three days each week and the office is only manned occasionally, and so it may not be possible to deliver large packages. Please submit your application form and supporting information digitally or by post if it can be posted through a standard letter box. If your supporting information is large and bulky, please let us know and we will contact you to make some other arrangement. secretary@slha.org. Downloads: |
Flora Murray Award Awards of Excellence Louth Museum - Ruth's Blog (Illustrated information bulletins posted on the museum's website) In the photograph |
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