From Cherokee County Historical Society: The Cherokee County Historical Society is currently requesting nominations for the 2018 Historic Preservation Awards. Historic sites or structures must be at least 50 years old, and should exhibit outstanding success in historic preservation. Recently rehabilitated properties or those that have been carefully maintained over the years are eligible and the owners are encouraged to apply.

The Cherokee County Historical Society recognizes businesses and individuals for their achievement in historic preservation at the annual Preservation Awards Banquet, which will be held at the Northside Hospital Cherokee Conference Center at the Bluffs on Friday, March 16. The awards are given to encourage and educate the community about the benefits of protecting Cherokee County's unique history. Properties are judged by the attention given to preserving historic features, and maintaining the integrity of initial design. Nomination forms and a list of previous winners are online at http://www.rockbarn.org/awards-2/. Nominations should be received by February 19. For more information please call 770-345-3288or contact sjoyner@rockbarn.org.

Photo courtesy of Cherokee County Historical Society

