2025-26 Annual Award Winners

A row of historic red brick apartment buildings with small balconies sits on a sloped lawn under a bright, partly cloudy sky. Sidewalks and a city street are visible in the foreground.

Preservation & Centennial Awards Celebration

Each spring, the Duluth Preservation Alliance recognizes outstanding preservation efforts that help protect and celebrate Duluth’s historic character. The annual Preservation & Centennial Awards Celebration brings together homeowners, preservation advocates, community members, and friends for an evening of recognition and connection.

This year’s event welcomed approximately 60–80 attendees at the historic West and Alhambra Theaters in West Duluth. Following the awards presentation, guests enjoyed light appetizers while reconnecting with fellow DPA members and celebrating the important work being done throughout the community.

A special thank you to the Annual Awards Committee for their dedication and hard work in making this another memorable DPA spring event.

Congratulations to our 2025–26 award recipients for their commitment to preserving Duluth’s architectural and historical legacy. We invite you to view this year’s award winners in the presentation below.

An audience sits in a theater watching a presentation. On the screen is an aerial photo of a mansion surrounded by autumn trees. Three presenters stand at the front near a table. The theater seats are mostly filled.

2025-26 Annual Meeting

Prior to the awards celebration, DPA President Lori Melton conducted the organization’s Annual Meeting.

Meeting Minutes

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