The Hunter-Burley Award

Given for an individual's outstanding contributions to the advancement of public access and professional growth for an individual institution, honors JoAnne Hunter and Chris Burley, founding members of the SMA and organizers of the first winter conference in 1984. This year's winner is

Mark Hudson, Executive Director
Historical Society of Frederick County (MD), Inc.

The Small Museum Association Award

Given for an individual's outstanding contributions to the advancement of funding for, professional growth within, and/or the accessibility of information to the small museum community on a regional or state level. This year's winner is

Alice Merrill, first administrator
Maryland Historical Trust