Philadelphia museum seeking nominees for award ceremony
A Philadelphia museum is seeking nominations for its annual Awards of Valor ceremony honoring living police officers, correctional officers and firefighters in the region.
The National Liberty Museum’s 10th annual award ceremony shares the “inspirational” stories of local heroes and community role models.
Nominations must be submitted before Aug. 10. Citizens, police and fire chiefs, newspaper editors, community activists, town administrators, and community members are encouraged to participate.
The winners will be announced at the ceremony on Sept. 30 at the museum. Their stories will be displayed in the museum’s conflict to harmony gallery for one year.
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