2018 Award Winners

The Old Velasco/Surfside Beach Historical Committee and the Old Fort Velasco Historical Association have announced recipients of the third annual George Kramig Preservation Award, Dan Parkinson Literary Award, and Ann Brightwell Artist Award.

George Kramig Preservation Award:  This award recognizes an individual/or group who has made outstanding contributions to the preservation of the rich history of Southern Brazoria County, advanced the preservation of the land and/or structures of historic sites for future generations, and inspired others to do the same.
2018 winner:  Franek Olstowski
(2017 winner:  Nat Hickey; 2016 winner:  Dr. Bob Schwebel )

Dan Parkinson Literary Award:  This award recognizes an individual who has used his/her writing ability to promote the rich history of Brazoria County.
2018 winner:  Lora-Marie Bernard
(2017 winner:  Marie Beth Jones; 2016 winner:  David Devaney)

Ann Brightwell Artist Award:  This award recognizes an individual who has used his/her artistic talent to promote the rich history of Brazoria County.
2018 winner:  Sherry Hall Shelton
(2017 winner:  Julia Crainer {1924-2015}; 2016 winner:  Carrie Primm)