Each year since 1993 the Alexandria Historical Society honors groups or individuals who have made noteworthy contributions to the preservation of the historic, cultural and artistic heritage of Alexandria, Virginia. The AHS High School Awards go back even further to 1984. All of the awards are presented annually in April ceremonies with keynote speakers addressing the importance of different aspects of historic study.
AHS confers three different types of awards.
T. MICHAEL MILLER ALEXANDRIA HISTORY AWARD
In 2010 the Alexandria History Award was named in honor of the City’s most prolific research historian and former AHS President in recognition of his long and very distinguished service to the City of Alexandria. This award recognizes those who have made especially noteworthy contributions to the preservation of the historic, cultural and artistic heritage of Alexandria. (Past Winners List)
AHS SPECIAL AWARD
In some years this award is bestowed in recognition of notable contributions to the Society and Alexandria history. (Past Winners List)
ALEXANDRIA HIGH SCHOOL HISTORY AWARD
Based on the recommendation of their teacher, one outstanding history student from each of Alexandria's four high schools is given this award. Each student is selected for academic achievement and scholarship in American history, high motivation and sustained interest in American history, awareness of the role of history and the historian in contemporary society, and demonstrated citizenship and student leadership.
2024 AHS AWARDS PANEL DISCUSSION: THE VALUE OF A HISTORY DEGREE TODAY