Preservationist Honor Award – Mr. James E. Chrismer – A passionate historian, educator, and advocate for historic preservation, especially dedicated to sharing previously untold stories of Harford County.

Preservation Project Award – Aberdeen B&O Train Station, Phase II – Complete restoration of the station’s exterior to its 1885 appearance.

Special Preservation Award for Communication – The Liriodendron Foundation Museum Project – Design and installation of new interior and exterior exhibits on the history of the Kelly family and Liriodendron Mansion.

Special Preservation Award for Education – Ma & Pa Engine No. 6 Statue and Historic Markers – Installation of a two-sided statue of a steam locomotive and two historic markers sharing railroad history with users of the Ma & Pa Heritage Trail.

Special Preservation Award for Community Involvement – Harford 250 Commemoration – Bringing together nonprofit organizations, businesses, government agencies, and individuals to celebrate Harford County’s 250th anniversary.

Local Government Award – Town of Bel Air: Bel Air 150 Committee – Planning and executing public events to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Bel Air’s incorporation.

Special Certificate for Participation in the Bush Declaration 250^th Anniversary Passport Tour – Historical Society of Harford County Headquarters, Churchville Presbyterian Church Cemetery, St. George’s Episcopal Church Cemetery, Sophia’s Dairy, Bush Hotel, Broom’s Bloom, Edgeley Grove, Hays House

The next Harford County Historic Preservation Awards will be held in May 2027 for projects completed January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2026. For questions, e-mail historic@harfordcountymd.gov to Learn more about what federal, state, or county legislative district I am in and the name of my legislators to open the Tourism Award Process Powerpoint.