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.
Join us November 6 for our annual awards ceremony recognizing exceptional efforts in preserving, restoring, and revitalizing historic places in Illinois! Our annual awards program honors exceptional preservation leaders and community-led preservation efforts that spark economic development, contribute to a sustainable built environment and improve the quality of life in communities across the state. The public event will feature a sit-down awards ceremony and cocktail reception.
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November 6, 2026
6 p.m.
Rubloff Auditorium and Chicago Stock Exchange Trading Room at the Art Institute of Chicago
230 S. Columbus Dr., Chicago
$60 Landmarks Illinois Members
$75 Non-Landmarks Illinois Members
$20 Students (with valid student ID)
*Former award winners can receive a discounted ticket
Alton
Award for Rehabilitation
Alto Pass
Award for Stewardship
Champaign County
Award for Stewardship
Chicago
Award for Rehabilitation
Chicago
Award for Restoration
Chicago
Award for Restoration
East St. Louis
Award for Rehabilitation & Richard H. Driehaus Legacy Award
Edwardsville
Award for Stewardship
Award for Leadership
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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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