Previous ONRA Award Recipients

For his inspiration, knowledge and leadership in preservation of the Historic National Road. Pictured is Doug Smith & Glenn Harper

For her years of service to the Association and as our “Queen Mum” of fundraising. Pictured is Denna Johnson and her son, Brad Johnson.

For his dogged persistence and dedication to the implementation phase of ONRA’s Interpretive Signage Project. Pictured is Michael Peppe.

In recognition of his unwavering efforts to promote the original route of the National Road through downtown Columbus, and for his continued accomplishments in the renovation and rejuvenation of east Columbus neighborhoods along the National Road. Pictured is Jon Beard, Dean Ringle, & Cyndie Gerken.

For her extraordinary leadership in the office of President of ONRA 2009-2010, her infectious enthusiasm, positive attitude and total dedication has resulted in one of our organization’s most successful and productive periods. Presented with the heartfelt gratitude of our entire membership. Pictured is Ed Kemper, Cyndie Gerken, Dean Ringle, & Doug Smith.

For his extensive contributions to the preservation of Guernsey County’s history and for his commitment to both the mission and activities of the Ohio National road Association. Pictured is Ed Wagstaff & Cyndie Gerken.

For her invaluable contribution to ONRA, in designing, establishing, and maintaining the organization’s website. Her innovative approach to technology has helped ONRA to advance our mission on the world wide web. Pictured is Teri Davis.

For his inspiration, enthusiasm, unselfishness, humor and his total dedication in helping to found the Association and contribute to its growth and development. Pictured is Ed Kemper.

For their sponsorship of the rehabilitation of the Belmont County Sheriff’s Residence, which is now a museum. The Commissioners were unable to attend the Annual Dinner and were presented their award by ONRA’s Belmont County Representatives at a later date.

Pam & Tom McCort, with the Morristown Historic Preservation Association (MHPA), for saving and restoring The Black Horse Inn on the National Road in Morristown. Pictured is Denna Johnson, Cyndie Gerken, Doug Smith, and Pamela & Tom McCort.

For their commitment to the preservation of the Red Brick Tavern on the National Road in Lafayette, Ohio. Pictured is Cris Cummins & Madonna Christy.

For their steadfast commitment to and investment in the preservation and revitalization of downtown Springfield through the restoration and rehabilitation of the historic Bushnell Building, located on Main Street, the original route of the National Road.

For the preservation and restoration of the Nelson T. Gant House on the National Road in Zanesville. Pictured is Cyndie Gerken, Josephine Gillard, Lace Lynch, Libby Curtis, Michael Morgan, Connie Norman, and Dick Watiker.

For their commitment to historic preservation along the Ohio National Road and for the preservation and restoration of the former Toll Road House in the old Euphemia area of Lewisburg. Find more information on the Toll Road House by going to News & History and viewing the Historical Highlights. Pictured is Jerry Gross, Cyndie Gerken, and Jacki Gross.

For the preservation and restoration of the Toledo & Ohio Central Railroad Station. Pictured is Mike Peppe, Jack Reall, Cyndie Gerken, and Bruce Warner.