Arts and Humanities Gala
Each fall, the Germantown Arts Alliance sponsors the Arts and Humanities Gala, the major fundraiser for the organization. The program honors persons born in or dedicated to the Mid-South. All those recognized have achieved distinguished careers in the Arts and Humanities through vision, dedication and devotion to the highest standards of excellence.
2011 Medalists
The 2010 Arts and Humanities Gala honored the following medalists.
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Karen Fields Isaacman - Patron of the Arts
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Jack Kenner - Visual Arts
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Pu-Qi Jiang - Performing Arts
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Moly Caldwell Crosby - Literary Arts
Honoring the Recipient
The Germantown Arts Alliance has recognized individuals who have made significant contributions in the arts since 1993. The Alliance presents bronze medals, specially designed by Knox Everson, to a Literary Artist, Performing Artist, Visual Artist and Patron of the Arts at its annual Gala.
Literary, Visual and Performing Arts
- Candidates will have made a significant impact in their chosen field
- Their work demonstrates quality, originality and professional execution.
- They have made distinctive contributions in the Arts and Humanities by accomplishing a body of work; having had professional exhibitions, publications, performances or production of a performance work; having established a local, regional, state or national reputation.
Patron of the Arts
- Candidates are recognized for their outstanding achievements in the support of cultural enrichment for the Memphis area.
- They have shown through their devotion of time, talent, and/or financial commitment that they have promoted, encouraged, stimulated and preserved a creative environment in our area.
Selection
Medalists are selected from nominations made by Alliance Board Members, Advisory Board Members, former medalists and citizens of good standing in the Arts and Humanities field. Nominations are accompanied by supportive evidence. Final selection is made by the Board of Directors from a slate submitted by the Medals Committee
