2026 FCA Cultural Contribution Awards – Call for Nominations
Do you know a person or organization that deserves recognition for their part in improving the arts and culture of our town in the past year, or perhaps has created a cultural legacy over many years? Nominations are now open for the Fairfield Cultural Alliance 2026 Cultural Contribution Awards.
A Cultural Contribution Award is meant to recognize groups or individuals who enhance the quality of life in Fairfield by creating, directing, or promoting artistic and/or cultural activities, works or art, or cultural events in Fairfield and/or Jefferson County.
Nominations are due by Friday, October 23, 2026, and should include the name of the individual or organization, and a few sentences about why you think they deserve the recognition. Please also include contact information for your nominee, your name and your contact information. The award will be determined by the Cultural Achievement Committee of the FCA Board.
Email your nominations to fairfieldculturalalliance@gmail.com or mail it to
Fairfield Cultural Alliance, 2597 New Glasgow Rd., Fairfield, IA 52556.
The FCA’s Cultural Contribution Awards will be presented at the annual ARTS and Culture Celebration on November 17, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at ICON Gallery in Fairfield’s Cultural District. This event is free and open to all arts and cultural creators, appreciators, and supporters.
Since 2005, the Fairfield Cultural Alliance has been supporting arts & culture in Fairfield through networking, collaboration, cross-promotion, marketing and grant support. They meet monthly and welcome new members and volunteers.

