The C. Emlen Urban Awards Ceremony is a time to come together as a community to honor and celebrate those who have made a large commitment to preservation in Lancaster County.

The Trust’s mission is to educate and advocate for the preservation of significant Lancaster County historic sites and architecture. Each year, the Trust recognizes projects that reflect our mission and individuals who strive to achieve this mission, by honoring them at our Annual Awards Ceremony.

To learn more about our different categories of awards and/or to nominate a person(s), organization, or project for an award, please visit our Awards Nomination page. Nominations are accepted all year long.

Previous Award Winners

2023 C. Emlen Urban Award Winners

2021 C. Emlen Urban Award Winners

2019 C. Emlen Urban Award Recipients

2018 C. Emlen Urban Award Recipients

2017 C. Emlen Urban Award Recipients

2016 C. Emlen Urban Award Recipients

2015 C. Emlen Urban Award Recipients