The Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy is pleased to announce the 2025 recipients of the Wright Spirit Award. The award has been given each year since 1991 to recognize extraordinary commitment to preserving the built works of Frank Lloyd Wright and enriching his legacy.

The 2025 Wright Spirit Awards will be presented at the Conservancy’s annual conference gala in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, September 20. The Conservancy thanks Ron and Jan Scherubel for underwriting the ceremony and J. Charles for donating the award crystals. The TAWANI Foundation is the conference Presenting Partner. Conference details >>

“These awards honor people and organizations that truly live out our mission” said Barbara Gordon, executive director of the Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy. “Whether through stewardship, scholarship, or craftsmanship, their dedication to preserving Wright’s legacy inspires us, and exemplifies the kind of commitment we wish to encourage. We look forward to celebrating their achievements in Pittsburgh this fall.”

2025 Wright Spirit Award Honorees

Sean Fisher, Thom A. Gentle and Victoria L. Jefferies
Professional Category
For significant and sustained efforts to preserve and protect Fallingwater’s wood furnishings

Givenchy
Special Honors
For the preservation-minded adaptive reuse of the Anderton Court Shops

Pamela Jerome
FAIA, LEED AP, FAPT, F. ICOMOS-USA
Professional Category
For her dedication to the preservation of Fallingwater’s concrete and masonry as well as her important contributions to the structure’s preservation master plan

Tom and Elsa Katana
Private Category
For their efforts to preserve and restore the Euchtman House

Neil Levine
Special Honors
For his major contributions to Wright scholarship and his dedication to the mission of the Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy

Lord Peter and Lady Hayat Palumbo of Walbrook
Special Honors
For their stewardship and restoration of Kentuck Knob


Media images of the Anderton Court Shops (courtesy of Givenchy): https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/471p1thjg4i89ykrx3fqb/AAENPktjC_AeqrDw6jN3bqA?rlkey=dq3g8ftpugeghqi36vrrp3t1j&dl=0

Media images relating to 2025 Annual Conference (including Fallingwater & Kentuck Knob; credits in filenames): https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/w7nxjwyozrz10yz3qzm3p/AHA6RYONsGAkoBlkvNWZNlg?rlkey=ofpl0eyzm9u8kbprj8l09zv7m&e=1&dl=0

About the Wright Spirit Award: The Wright Spirit Award was established in 1991 to honor individuals and organizations who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to preserving Wright’s legacy. The Conservancy’s Awards Committee selects the honorees from nominations received during an open call for nominations. More information: https://savewright.org/wright-spirit-awards/

About the Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy: The Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy is a nonprofit organization founded in 1989 to facilitate the preservation and stewardship of the remaining structures designed by Frank Lloyd Wright through advocacy, education and technical services. The staff and a corps of dedicated and knowledgeable board members and volunteers accomplish the Conservancy’s mission through strategic initiatives that include advocating against demolition and neglect of Wright structures, holding preservation easements, providing access to expert technical conservation and restoration resources, connecting preservation-minded buyers and sellers of Wright properties, advancing original Wright scholarship through SaveWright magazine, and honoring those who demonstrate extraordinary efforts in stewardship of Wright’s legacy through the Wright Spirit Awards. Learn more at savewright.org.

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Eric Rogers
Digital Engagement & Communications Manager
Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy
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