Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Lane Dyer, Communications, North Carolina Society of Historians

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North Carolina Society of Historians Announces 2025 Award Winners

Wilkesboro, NC — November 8, 2025 — The North Carolina Society of Historians (NCSH) is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Annual Awards, recognizing outstanding individuals and organizations dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of our great state.

Each year, the NCSH honors historians, writers, educators, genealogists, institutions, and community members whose work contributes to documenting, interpreting, and celebrating North Carolina’s rich and diverse past. The 2025 honorees represent excellence across a wide range of fields, from local historical research and publishing to museum interpretation and educational programming.

“Our award winners embody the spirit of discovery and dedication that keeps North Carolina’s history alive,” said Maxine McCall, President of the North Carolina Society of Historians. “Their work ensures that future generations will continue to learn from and be inspired by the stories that shaped our state.”

2025 Award Highlights

• [Recipient Name, City] – honored for [specific project, publication, or contribution]
• [Organization or Institution Name, Location] – recognized for [specific award or achievement]
• [Recipient Name, City] – recipient of the [Special Award Title or Lifetime Achievement Recognition]

A complete list of winners, citations, and photos from the awards ceremony will be made available on our website at https://northcarolinasocietyofhistorians.com

The Society extends heartfelt congratulations to all of this year’s honorees and sincere appreciation to the judges, members, and volunteers who make this annual program possible.

About the North Carolina Society of Historians

Founded in 1941, the North Carolina Society of Historians is a nonprofit organization devoted to preserving and promoting the history and heritage of North Carolina. Through its annual awards program, the Society recognizes the outstanding work of historians, writers, genealogists, educators, and organizations committed to keeping the state’s past alive for future generations.

For more information about the NCSH, membership, or upcoming programs, please visit https://northcarolinasocietyofhistorians.com or contact communications.ncsh@icloud.com

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