Folk Heritage Awards
Nominate a traditional arts practitioner or advocate in South Carolina for annual recognition.
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- annual cycle, check dates
- Entry fee
- Not listed - check the source
- Award
- Annual awards to up to four traditional artists and one advocate
- Location
- South Carolina
About
Overview
The Jean Laney Harris Folk Heritage Award honors practitioners and advocates of traditional arts significant to communities throughout South Carolina. Presented by the South Carolina General Assembly, this annual award recognizes traditional artists who practice art forms transmitted through families and communities, as well as advocates who have worked to sustain and promote South Carolina traditions.
Awards
Up to four traditional artists and one advocate may receive awards each year.
Key Dates
- Nominations for the 2027 cycle will open Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026
Eligibility
Nominations are accepted for traditional artists and arts organizations who practice art forms transmitted through families and communities and have demonstrated commitment to sustaining their traditions, or for individuals and groups who have provided service to sustain and promote South Carolina traditions (advocacy award). South Carolina residency required.
How to Nominate
For additional information and advisement, contact Interim Senior Deputy Director Ce Scott-Fitts at (803) 734-8203 or [email protected].
- Award
- Annual awards to up to four traditional artists and one advocate
- Theme
- Honoring practitioners and advocates of traditional arts and folk heritage significant to South Carolina communities.
- Eligibility
- Traditional artists or advocates with significant contributions to South Carolina folk heritage and traditional arts; residents of South Carolina.
- Contact
- [email protected]
Every listing links to the organizer's official page. Always confirm deadlines, fees, and entry rules there before you apply.