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Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor
John H Chafee Heritage Award
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The John H. Chafee Hertiage Awards
The John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Commission established the John H. Chafee Heritage Award to honor Senator John Chafee’s legacy and to recognize citizens and participants in the Blackstone River Valley. Nominations are sought for individuals or groups who highlight active involvement in projects, programs, and institutions that promote our cultural heritage, the preservation of the Corridor’s natural areas and/or those who strive to enrich the quality of life in the Blackstone Valley.
Past years’ recipients have included community leaders, preservation heroes, business partners, environmental advocates, and students with achievements that benefit the public across the Valley.
If you would like to nominate someone for this award, please use the attached nomination form. There is a separate category for students. Heritage Corridor Commissioners and staff are not eligible for nomination.
Nominations must be received at the Heritage Corridor office by Friday, January 19, 2007.
2006 Chafee Award nomination form
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Did You Know?
Samuel Slater, known as the "Father of the American Industrial Revolution," was born in Belper, England in 1768. He arrived in America in 1789 and helped to establish the Slater Mill in 1790.
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Last Updated: December 18, 2006 at 10:53 EST |