Annie Awards

Join us for the 26th Annual Annie Awards Monday, October 5, 2026, at Maryland Hall.
The ceremony begins at 5:30 PM,
and the reception will follow.

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Since 2000, the Arts Council of Anne Arundel County has publicly recognized exceptional Annie Award winners for their lasting, significant, and inspiring contributions to an art form, an arts organization, and/or to the wider community of Anne Arundel County. Nominations are accepted from any member of the Anne Arundel County community.

 On Monday, October 5, 2026 ACAAC will honor a member of the Anne Arundel County community in each of the categories. The ceremony will be held on the main stage at Maryland Hall, with a reception to follow. The public is invited, and there is no cost to attend.

Any Anne Arundel County resident may nominate an individual in one of these categories:

This nominee has demonstrated innovation and creativity in teaching – having achieved high levels of training, credentials, and peer recognition – and had a positive impact on the lives of students.
This is an award for an individual or organization that has made significant contributions to our county’s arts community through guidance, mentorship, inclusivity, and innovation.
This nominee has provided a fresh and innovative approach to the arts with a significant impact on the community. This winner will be selected by the Arts Council of Anne Arundel County Board of Directors.
This nominee has consistently demonstrated significant support for the arts through advocacy, education, mentorship, and/or funding.
This nominee has made noteworthy contributions to the understanding of cultural and historical resources in Maryland and specifically Anne Arundel County as evidenced through research, writing, and reviews.
This nominee has produced a significant body of work and achieved recognition among fellow writers as well as the general public.
This nominee has received positive reviews for performances at the regional, state, or national level and has, over their career, achieved a reputation for excellence in their work.
This nominee has created a significant body of work displayed in public exhibitions, museums, galleries, and private collections and achieved excellence in artistry as evidenced by reviews and awards.

This nominee has achieved local, regional, or national recognition and has made a significant impact in their field of expertise as well as the local community. This winner will be determined by the Arts Council of Anne Arundel County Board of Directors.

 

Annie Award Photo Galleries

2026 Annie Awards Awardees

Arts Education
Laura Pasquini

Arts Leadership
Don Lamb-Minor

Arts Maverick
David Kauffman

Arts Patron
Joyce Pratt & Jeff Harris

Literary Arts
Jefferson Holland

Performing Arts
Breonna Ellis

Visual Arts
Sunhee Kim Jung

Lifetime Achievement
Grace Cavalieri

Past Award Recipients

2025 Annie Awardee Videos