2016 EU Prize for Cultural Heritage / Europa Nostra Awards: Apply by 01/10/2015

The European Union Prize for Cultural Heritage / Europa Nostra Awards is Europe’s most prestigious prize in the heritage field. It recognises the excellence and dedication by architects, craftsmen, cultural heritage experts, volunteers, schools, local communities, heritage owners and the media.

European Commissioner Tibor Navracsics and Europa Nostra’s Executive President Denis de Kergorlay presenting a Grand Prix during the Awards Ceremony at Oslo City Hall on 11 June 2015. Photo: Espen Sturlason

European Commissioner Tibor Navracsics and Europa Nostra’s Executive President Denis de Kergorlay presenting a Grand Prix during the Awards Ceremony at Oslo City Hall on 11 June 2015. Photo: Espen Sturlason

 

The awards are given to the most outstanding achievements in conservation, research, dedicated service, and education, training and awareness-raising.

In 2016, up to 30 heritage projects and initiatives will receive an award. Up to seven will be selected as Grand Prix winners and receive €10,000 each. One will receive the Public Choice Award, chosen in an online poll conducted by Europa Nostra.

All the winners will be celebrated at the European Heritage Awards Ceremony 2016 in Madrid, Spain.

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