Historic Preservation Awards History
The past awards on this page reflect the Madison Trust's commitment to preserving the rich history and cultural identity of Madison. The recipients have demonstrated exceptional dedication to preservation, aligning with the Madison Trust's mission to promote awareness and appreciation of local heritage. The awards recognize the importance of community participation in preservation efforts and highlight the impact of preservation on Madison's architectural legacy. The recipients have made significant contributions to preservation, serving as a model for others to follow in preserving the city's unique heritage.
To view more details about each recipient, click on one of the photographs. Once it opens, hover your mouse over the photo. If we missed a photo credit, please contact us.
Have questions about our past awards events? Contact us at (608) 441-8864 or by email at info@madisonpreservation.org.
2026 Awards
The 2026 Awards was held on May 14, 2026 at the UW-Madison Memorial Union
2026 Honorable Mentions
Our two honorable mention projects represent thoughtful and well-executed examples of preservation at the residential level. These projects demonstrate the care, responsibility, and attention to detail that stewardship of historic homes requires, ensuring that important architectural features are maintained and preserved for the future. While more modest in scope, they reflect the essential, ongoing work that sustains our historic neighborhoods and serves as a strong model for homeowners committed to preservation.
2025 Awards
The 2025 Awards was held on May 14, 2025 at The Edgewater
2024 Awards
The 2024 Awards was held on May 22, 2024 at The Madison Club
2023 Awards
The 2023 Awards were held on May 17, 2023 at the Dejope Residence Hall
2022 Awards
The 2022 Awards were held on May 18, 2022 at The Tinsmith
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2021 Awards
The 2021 Awards were held on October 13, 2021, at the Garver Feed Mill.
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2020 Awards
The 2020 Awards were held on October 13, 2021, at the Garver Feed Mill.
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2019 Awards
The 2019 Awards were held on May 9, 2019, at the Old Sugar Distillery.
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Read Troy Rost’s comments from his acceptance speech for Matts House.
2018 Awards
The 2018 Awards were held on May 24, 2018, at the Goodman Community Center.
2017 Awards
The 2017 Awards were held on May 18, 2017, at the Wisconsin Historical Society.
2016 Awards
The 2016 Awards were held on May 19, 2016, at the First Unitarian Society. View detailed information (PDF) about these winners.
2015 Awards
The 2015 Awards were held on May 21, 2015, at the Great Hall at the UW Memorial Union. View detailed information (PDF) about these winners.
2014 Awards
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2013 Awards
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2012 Awards
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2011 Awards
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2010 Awards
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