HCAC Howie Nomination Forms Available Now

The Howard County Arts Council (HCAC) is seeking nominations for the 2022 Howie Awards honoring individuals and businesses that have made significant contributions to the arts in Howard County. The 2022 Howie Awards will be presented at the Celebration of the Arts in Howard County in the fall of 2023 in front of an audience comprised of members of Howard County's arts, education, government, and business communities. Winners and nominators of winners will each receive two complimentary tickets to the event.

Nomination forms are available on the Arts Council website at hocoarts.org/howieawards. Nominations must be submitted by 5pm on April 17, 2023.

The Howie Awards are presented annually by the Arts Council to an outstanding: Artist who has contributed a high level of talent and vision to the artistic life of the community; Arts Educator who has made an exceptional contribution to the arts in education in Howard County; and Business or Community Supporter of the Arts in recognition of their long-term contributions or significant impact on the arts in Howard County.

Please note: Previous winners, current Howard County Arts Council Board of Directors and Howie Committee members are NOT eligible for 2022 awards. Winners will be notified in writing no later than June 15, 2023.

For a nomination form or more information, visit the Arts Council website at hocoarts.org, call 410-313-ARTS (2787), or visit the Howard County Center for the Arts at 8510 High Ridge Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043.