THE BELLPORT-BROOKHAVEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
31 Bellport Lane, Bellport NY 11713

REQUESTS YOUR NOMINATION FOR
THE ROBERT H. PELLETREAU DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD IN
HISTORIC PRESERVATION FOR 2010

The award is presented in alternate years to the person or organization that has done the most to further historic preservation in Suffolk County or has made a significant contribution to the preservation of a noted historic site. It was created to honor the memory of Robert H. Pelletreau, dedicated preservationist and President of the Society for 22 years and to further interest in historic preservation in Suffolk County. Your nomination for this special recognition is requested.

The awardee receives a $2,000 check and a plaque of appreciation, presented at a special award ceremony. The award must be accepted in person by the recipient.  As Robert H. Pelletreau was the direct descendant of Elias Pelletreau, a famous Colonial silversmith,  a silver bowl replicating a piece of Elias Pelletreau silver is engraved with the name of each awardee. The bowl may be displayed by the awardee during the  year of recognition and otherwise is on permanent display in the Society Museum Complex.

Previous award recipients are:
2001: Bertram Seides for his restoration efforts on behalf of the Ketcham Inn and his major role in the designation of Moriches, Center Moriches, East Moriches and Eastport as Historic Districts.

2003: The Greenlawn-Centerport Historical Association for their successful efforts to preserve and restore the 1730 Suydam Homestead and the 1905 Gardiner Barn.

2005: The Yaphank Historical Society in recognition of past and ongoing efforts to restore and maintain historically significant houses and properties in Yaphank.

2008:   Charla Bolton in recognition of her many significant efforts to advance historic preservation on Long Island, and to Jane Platt and Radey Johnson for their dedicated restoration efforts in the preservation of the historic Pelletreau House (circa 1770) located within Bellport Village.

Entries must be postmarked by March 31, 2010

The award recipient for 2010 will be chosen by a panel of distinguished authorities in the field and will be announced in the Spring of 2010. Award ceremonies will take place shortly after.

Click here for complete information and nomination forms