THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT 
              Copyright (c) 1996, Landmark Communications, Inc.

DATE: Friday, March 29, 1996                 TAG: 9603270135
SECTION: PORTSMOUTH CURRENTS      PAGE: 03   EDITION: FINAL 
SOURCE: STAFF REPORT 
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ARTS AWARD NOMINATIONS MUST BE IN BY APRIL 12

Nominations are due April 12 for the annual Gladstone M. Hill Friend of the Arts Award.

Given by the Portsmouth Museums and Fine Arts Commission, the award honors Dr. Hill, a former commission chairman and a long-time supporter of the museums. Hill was the first recipient in 1993.

The commission set forth the following criteria for nominees: demonstrated commitment to the arts and humanities through advocacy, volunteerism, cash or in-kind contributions; membership in cultural organizations; purchase of art; attendance at performances and exhibitions in this community.

The nominee may not be a current member of the commission or on the museum staffs. The nomination may consider not only an individual but a family or organization that meets the criteria.

Nominations must be sent in writing to the commission at 420 High St., Portsmouth, Va. 23704. by CNB