The Leadership in History Awards, established by American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) in 1945, recognize projects, programs, publications, and individuals that meet standards in collecting, preserving, and interpreting state and local history to make history meaningful. These awards include the main Award of Excellence for projects such as exhibits, educational programs, civic engagement efforts, publications, and lifetime achievement. Special awards include the Albert B. Corey Award, which honors primarily volunteer-run organizations, and the History in Progress Award, which recognizes exceptional scholarship or creativity. Awards cover categories like large press and small press local history books and history practice books. Nominations require detailed documentation, including critical reviews and impact statements, and winners are selected by a committee through majority vote. [1] [2] [3]