It takes the legacy of many hands to build a community. Since 1945, the Onondaga Historical Association Medal Award has recognized distinguished contributions to the cause of preserving and interpreting Onondaga County history.
The OHA Medal is the highest honor we can bestow upon an individual or organization for contributions made to the cause of preserving and interpreting our heritage. Since OHA is the only general comprehensive history organization in this community, one might also consider this medal the highest tribute that can be awarded on behalf of the entire Onondaga County community to those who ensure history remains a vital part of our future.
The 2025 OHA Medal honorees are the Downtown Committee of Syracuse, professional sculptor Sharon BuMann, and the partnership between Franklin Properties, MacKnight Architects, and MCK Building Associates. The 2025 OHA Medal Breakfast Ceremony is slated for on May 22 from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at the Syracuse Marriott Downtown.
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For questions, contact OHA Director of Development Lorna Oppedisano at lorna.oppedisano@cnyhistory.org or by calling (315) 428-1864 x315.
Thank you to this year’s sponsors for making this event possible!
Historian Sponsors
Candace and John Marsellus
Patron Sponsors
Friend Sponsors
Eugene and Christine Lozner
David Rankert
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