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CT Governor's Arts Awards Recipients Announced
Celebrating Excellence in the Arts: 2024 Governor's Arts Awards to Honor Visionary Creatives in Connecticut
Press release
Celebrating Excellence in the Arts: 2024 Governor’s Arts Awards to Honor Visionary Creatives in Connecticut
Hartford, CT – The Connecticut Arts Council is thrilled to announce the 2024 Governor’s Arts Awards, a night dedicated to celebrating the outstanding contributions of Connecticut’s artistic visionaries. This year’s honorees represent the pinnacle of creative achievement in our state and will be recognized in a special ceremony on Thursday, October 17th, 2024, from 6:30 to 9:00 pm EST at the 5 Points Arts Center in Torrington, CT.
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The evening promises an engaging experience that will spotlight the honorees through an innovative use of the 5 Points Arts Center’s expansive facility. The format will include a brief awards presentation, followed by a dynamic evening of socializing, with an open bar and catered offerings. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore different parts of the center, where each honoree’s work will be showcased through large-format print displays, creating an immersive and inspiring atmosphere.
2024 GAA Awardees:
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- Wendy Stapleton, Chairwoman, and Ginger Stickel, Executive Director, will accept the award on behalf of Greenwich International Film Festival, which they launched a decade ago to bridge the worlds of film and philanthropy in Connecticut. (https://www.greenwichfilm.org/)
- Don Gummer – Renowned sculptor known for his large-scale public installations and innovative use of materials. (http://www.dongummer.com/)
- Andre Rochester – Visual artist celebrated for his powerful, evocative works that explore themes of identity and social justice. (https://www.andrerochester.com/)
- Paul Winter – Grammy-winning musician and environmental advocate whose work bridges the gap between music and nature. (https://paulwinter.com/)
Join the Celebration: This event is by invitation only, and space is limited. Interested attendees are encouraged to sign up at https://ctgovartsawards.com to receive updates on how to secure their spot at this exciting gathering.
