From Harford County government:
The Harford County Historic Preservation Commission announced its 21st annual award recipients during a recently held ceremony at the historic Liriodendron Mansion in Bel Air. These awards, which are presented each May in honor of National Historic Preservation Month, recognize individuals and organizations that have demonstrated their commitment to stewardship of Harford County’s historic and cultural resources. At the 2016 ceremony, County Executive Barry Glassman provided welcoming remarks, and Commission Chairwoman Carol Deibel acted as the master of ceremonies. Award winners appear below.
Preservation Project Awards were presented to:
Ladew Topiary Gardens for the conservation and restoration of the historic Berry Garden Fountain, with special recognition to Michael Coomes, Howard Wellman, and Ben Gage;
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church for this County Landmark property’s historic stained glass windows restoration project, with special recognition to J&R Lamb Studios of Midland Park, New Jersey;
The Baltimore County and Harford County public works departments for their historic Jericho Covered Bridge rehabilitation project, with special recognition to Keith Duerling, Baltimore County Dept. of Public Works; Naveed Shah, Harford County Dept. of Public Works; Wallace, Montgomery & Associates; Kinsley Construction; Barns & Bridges of New England; and Friends of Jerusalem Mill.
Special Preservation Awards were presented to:
Steppingstone Farm Museum for promoting education and public history through the Foard Blacksmith Shop interior renovation, and the reinstallation and redevelopment of the exhibit;
Harford County Public Library for their efforts to promote education and public history through their locally held series of programming.
In addition, a Preservationist Honor Award was presented to Aberdeen resident Jack Davis for his dedication and significant contributions in archeological investigative projects in Harford County.
For more information about the Harford County Historic Preservation Program, and this year’s winners, please visit the Dept. of Planning and Zoning web page http://www.harfordcountymd.gov/691/Historic-Preservation
Look at the list. Another example of the Historic Society rubbing the backs of the elites through-out the county and not recognizing “the little guy” for achievements in helping to educate and preserve Harford County’s heritage. I know of someone who entered their name who went over and beyond putting Harford County on the map through-out the State in media revealing a Historic Landmark that is NOW demolished with not so much of a mention. Good luck to this organization in the future. I suspect to see the same names year after year.
Harford County Citizen,
I’m writing just as a quick correction to your comment. The Historical Society of Harford County is not responsible for the Harford County Historic Preservation Awards. The recipients of these awards are decided upon by the Historic Preservation Commission, an organization completely separate from the Historical Society. Any criticisms or comments on the selection process or the recipients of these awards should be directed towards the Historic Preservation Commission as the Historical Society has no say in who does or does not receive an award.
Correction noted.