Coeur d'Alene Arts Awards

CLICK HERE to download the Guidelines and Nomination Form

CLICK HERE to watch a recording of the 27th Annual Mayor's Awards in the Arts on the City's YouTube channel.

CLICK HERE for a list of past recipients.

CDA Arts Awards Presented on October 21, 2026

The City of Coeur d’Alene Arts Commission 30th Annual Coeur d’Alene Arts Awards, recognize individuals, organizations, and businesses that have made significant contributions to the arts and cultural life of the community.

The annual awards celebrate excellence, leadership, creativity, advocacy, and philanthropy in the visual, performing, literary, and cultural arts throughout the Coeur d’Alene area.

The Coeur d’Alene Arts Commission serves to support, promote, and advocate for the arts as an essential part of community life.

30th Annual Coeur d’Alene Arts Awards

The City of Coeur d’Alene Arts Commission is pleased to announce the following recipients of the 30th Annual Coeur d’Alene Arts Awards, honoring excellence in the arts:

Sandi Bloem Arts Legacy Award - Anne Solomon

Excellence in the Arts - Scott Michaelsen

Support of the Arts - Michael Koep

Emerging Arts - North Idaho Film Festival

Arts in Education - Tim Sandford

Student Excellence in the Arts - Evangeline Collett

Student Excellence in the Arts - Karsten Towery

29th Annual Coeur d'Alene Arts Awards

The City of Coeur d’Alene Arts Commission is pleased to announce the following recipients of the 29th Annual Coeur d’Alene Arts Awards, honoring excellence in the arts:

Sandi Bloem Arts Legacy Award - Sandi Bloem