Preservation Awards

Each year the Washington County Historical Society’s Historic Preservation Committee recognizes community members who protect the county’s history either by structural and land preservation or the creation of programs that encourage responsible stewardship and increase awareness of Washington County’s historic roots.

Click here for the complete guidelines and application. 

2024 Historic Preservation Award

This year’s Historic Preservation award was presented to Jon and Deana Ketchum at the WCHS Annual Meeting on October 26, 2024, in recognition of their renovation of the Salem Shirt Factory building at 5 Park Place, Salem, New York.