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Established in 1992, the Sally Ordway Irvine Awards annually honors individuals and institutions from across the state of Minnesota who make a valuable community difference through their contributions to the region's artistic and cultural resources.
Individuals and organizations from any artistic or cultural field are eligible, as are artists (visual, performing, etc.), professional administrators, volunteers, and philanthropists. Each year, one person/organization is awarded in each of these four categories:
- Vision
Recognizes exemplary creative thinking and/or strategic leadership in support of a particular project or development of a body of work that will have long-term impact on the community. Examples include creation of new artistic/cultural opportunities, expanding access to the arts, or leading the community in new directions.
- Initiative
Recognizes bold new steps taken by an established or emerging artistic or cultural individual/organization that has had a significant impact on strengthening Minnesota's artistic/cultural community.
- Commitment
Recognizes lifetime achievement, contribution, and leadership in the arts and/or culture.
- Education
Recognizes an individual/organization or particular project that has had a significant impact on education or mentoring in the arts and has contributed to increasing knowledge about the arts throughout the community.
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