The Perry F. Kendig Awards

The Perry F. Kendig Awards The Perry F.

Kendig Award was established in 1985 to recognize examples of support, involvement, and accomplishment in the arts, and to inform the community to the art Kendig Awards, named for the late Roanoke Valley arts patron who was also a president of Roanoke College, was established in 1985 to recognize examples of support, involvement and accomplishment in the arts, and to inform the community about sig

nificant contributions to the arts in the Blue Ridge region. This year’s Kendig Awards Committee is requesting nominations from the public for individuals or businesses who have made outstanding contributions to arts and culture in the region. This annual award not only recognizes outstanding examples of support, involvement, and accomplishments in the arts, but also informs the community about the many contributions to the arts in our area.

Roanoke College and Hollins University are proud to announce the winners of the 40th annual Perry F. Kendig Awards. Each...
10/15/2025

Roanoke College and Hollins University are proud to announce the winners of the 40th annual Perry F. Kendig Awards. Each has made enduring contributions to our region's cultural fabric — beautifying neighborhoods, enriching lives and ensuring the arts remain a vital part of our community's heartbeat.

Join us please in celebrating the remarkable work of artist Jon Murrill, Harrison Museum of African American Culture leader Charles Price and the nonprofit Roanoke Cultural Endowment!

Jon Murrill, Charles Price and the Roanoke Cultural Endowment are this year’s recipients of the Perry F. Kendig Awards. 

07/30/2025

As the Kendig Awards program celebrates its 40th anniversary, citizens across the Roanoke regionare encouraged to nominate individuals and organizations that support excellence in the arts inVirginia’s Blue Ridge. Nominations […]

Hollins University and Roanoke College congratulate artist Whitney Brock and community leader Dr. Nathaniel L. Bishop as...
10/04/2024

Hollins University and Roanoke College congratulate artist Whitney Brock and community leader Dr. Nathaniel L. Bishop as this year’s recipients of the Perry F. Kendig Awards.

This year's awards honored artist Whitney Brock and community leader Dr. Nathaniel L. Bishop.

Calling all art lovers! Nominations are now open for the 2024 Perry F. Kendig Arts and Culture Awards. Co-sponsored by H...
07/10/2024

Calling all art lovers! Nominations are now open for the 2024 Perry F. Kendig Arts and Culture Awards.

Co-sponsored by Hollins University and Roanoke College, these awards honor people, businesses and organizations who contribute to our region's vibrant arts and culture scene.

Learn More: https://roa.ke/Kendig2024

Roanoke College and Hollins University are seeking nominations for deserving artists, arts and culture organizations, and supporters of the arts.

We need your help! Roanoke College and Hollins University are seeking nominations for the annual Kendig Awards. Please n...
06/08/2023

We need your help! Roanoke College and Hollins University are seeking nominations for the annual Kendig Awards. Please nominate a deserving artist, arts and culture organization or a supporter of the arts. https://roa.ke/hGCKF

Congratulations to the 2022 Kendig Award nominees and winners! Seth Davis, Mill Mountain Theatre’s resident music direct...
10/13/2022

Congratulations to the 2022 Kendig Award nominees and winners! Seth Davis, Mill Mountain Theatre’s resident music director, The Roanoke Valley Children's Choir (RVCC) and Doug Jackson, arts and culture coordinator for the city of Roanoke and capacity development specialist for the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development, took home the three awards from an incredible slate of nominees.

The awards, which are presented annually, honor supporters of the arts in Virginia’s Blue Ridge.

It's time to nominate a deserving arts organization or supporter for the Kendig Awards. Deadline is July 20 for nominati...
07/07/2022

It's time to nominate a deserving arts organization or supporter for the Kendig Awards. Deadline is July 20 for nominations.

The Perry F. Kendig Awards is an annual program sponsored by Roanoke College and Hollins University recognizing excellence in arts and culture. Deadline for nominations is July 20. 

Congratulations to all of this year's winners!
10/06/2021

Congratulations to all of this year's winners!

This year's Perry F. Kendig Awards ceremony was one to remember, with two winners for each category! Read all about it h...
10/06/2021

This year's Perry F. Kendig Awards ceremony was one to remember, with two winners for each category! Read all about it here.

Several arts organizations and individuals, including Olin Hall Galleries, were honored with the 2021 Perry F. Kendig Awards.  

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