Since 1994, the Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards has honored individuals, organizations, projects and programs whose work demonstrate a commitment to historic preservation. A generous grant from the Richard H. Driehaus Foundation enables Landmarks Illinois to present awards annually in various categories. The awards ceremony is held each fall.
The 2025 preservation awards ceremony was held November 7, 2025, at Theater on the Lake in Chicago. The annual event honored this year’s nine award winners and featured a cocktail reception. Watch the full ceremony below or view pictures from the event.
Photos by David T. Kindler
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Award for Preservation
Award for Environmental Sustainability
Award for Stewardship
Award for Adaptive Reuse & the Richard H. Driehaus Legacy Award
Award for Cultural Heritage Conservation
Award for Adaptive Reuse
Award for Advocacy
Award for Adaptive Reuse
Award for Rehabilitation
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Learn about award recipients of the Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards from 1994 to today.
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