Petersons earn art award
Posted on Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Coleman and Shirley "Peaches"Peterson of Rogers are among recipients that have been awarded the 2008 Governor's Arts Awards for outstanding contributions to the arts in Arkansas. They will be honored at an awards ceremony and luncheon during the ArtLinks 2008 annual Arts Conference in Little Rock on Oct. 21. Each recipient will receive a work of art created by Arkansas Artist Registry member Gary L. Carter of Fayetteville.
The Petersons have provided their time, talents and financial resources in support of the Walton Arts Center. As chair of the Walton Arts Center Council, Shirley guided the arts center through an exciting period of growth and dramatic increase in annual fundraising. Both have spent countless hours attending performances, hosting lunches, dinners and special events. They have actively recruited support from business and community leaders and introducing newcomers to the Walton Arts Center. They are an inspiration to others and set a high standard for generosity and leadership in Northwest Arkansas.
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