Riverside Avondale Preservation is pleased to honor individuals, organizations and businesses within our historic district that exemplify outstanding achievement in historic preservation and the welcoming and inclusive nature of our neighborhoods.

There are two award categories: Design & Construction Awards and Services Awards.

Design & Construction Awards

RAP recognizes the diligent work, careful design and craftsmanship of homeowners, do it yourselfers and construction professionals. Projects range from new construction to renovations to smaller do it yourself projects.

Service Awards

This award recognizes acts of service and philanthropy by individuals, businesses and organizations. We recognize a range of activities from a small acts of neighborliness up to large programs of stewardship and patronage.

Judges reviewed each nomination this year with an eye toward how the nominee reflected RAP’s Core Principles:

  • Preserving and promoting the historic fabric.
  • Supporting vibrant, independent, local businesses.
  • Supporting quality of life improvements.
  • Honoring our community.
  • Promoting respectful, mutually-beneficial relationships.

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