The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville has announced the winners of its 47th annual Arts Awards, honoring local artists, businesses and philanthropists who are contributing to the local arts scene. This year’s winners are:
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Helen Lane Founders Award: Jason Peoples, Executive Director of Jacksonville Arts & Music School
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Corporate Business of the Year: PNC Bank
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Robert Arleigh White Award For Advocacy: Taryn “LoveReigns” Wharwood, Program Director, The Performance Academy
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Small Business of the Year: The Walrus
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Art Innovator: David Luckin, Music Director and Radio Host, WJCT
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Art Educator: Amanda Holloway, Art Educator at GOCA Arts
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Art of Giving: Carol Grimes, Arts Advocate and Philanthropist
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Community Impact Award: John Silveira, Manager and Director of Riverside Arts Market.
You are invited to join The Cultural Council on Friday, October 4 at Florida Blue Deerwood Campus from 6-10 p.m. as they celebrate the future of Arts & Culture in Jacksonville. To purchase your tickets visit.