Every year the Art Deco Society of California bestows Preservation Awards on the people who have helped preserve the buildings, art, and culture from the Art Deco era.

We are always looking for winners, so keep your eyes open throughout the year and make a nomination at any time. Send information to the ADSC Office, attention Preservation Director, The Art Deco Society of California, 100 Bush Street #511, San Francisco, CA 94104 or leave a message at 415-982-DECO. Nominations for the 2008 awards should be received by Wednesday, Febrary 6. Winners will be honored at the Preservation Ball on April 28.

What makes a winner? The preservation committee needs to know what is distinctive about your nominee, says ADSC Preservation Director Paula Trehearne.

History:	Who built it and when? Are there other works by this architect?
Condition:	Is a restoration in process or recently completed? Has the building always been kept up? Is it a neglected treasure?
Architecture:	Cite unusual architectural details – photos help!
Captions:	Annotate the photos, so we know what we’re seeing.
Press Clips:	Include any newspaper or magazine articles about your nominee.
Press Contacts:	List local newspapers, TV or radio who should be sent releases about your nominee
Building Contacts:	Please list the owner or manager, so they can be invited to the ball.
Don’t be shy!	List your name so we can thank you for your efforts, and let you know immediately if your nominee wins!
Use the Form:	It will prompt you to include the details. Click here for PDF version.

As the Art Deco Society of California, our preservation awards go all over the state. They reflect a mix of public and private buildings, as well as individuals who have preserved the art and culture of this era. Awards are given to individuals or businesses as well as to buildings. We also appreciate updates on any of our former award winners. Let us know if you have news or questions.