This new date provides the greatest opportunity to host an awards event in-person, likely outdoors. The Viola Awards, historically hosted in March, are a celebration of our creative community. After such a difficult year, it is important to celebrate the resiliency of our community in person, if it is safe to do so. Please mark your calendars!

The 13th Annual Viola Awards will recognize artists, educators, organizations and leaders who make positive contributions to the arts, sciences, and culture in Flagstaff. Our celebration depends on nominations from the community. “Excellence” may take on a new definition this year as we collectively learned live streaming, social distancing, and taking to social media to share our stories and experiences. Excellence isn’t just about the final product, but the learning and perseverance that is demonstrated.

The Viola Awards are made possible through the generosity of our Founding Sponsor, Babbitt Brothers Foundation, and our Title Sponsor, Northern Arizona University, community members and other sponsors. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities.

Nominations can be submitted online at https://flagstaffartscouncil.submittable.com/submit/172447/2021-viola-awards-nomination.

Visit violaawards.org for more information.