Springfield honors 'Illuminating Indigenous Roots' with Preservation Excellence Award

Jun 15, 2026

Mayor presented the 2025 Preservation Excellence Award to the "Illuminating Indigenous Roots" program hosted at Thirstston High School; Mindy Linder and partners were recognized for an educational program engaging more than 200 students and creating a community mural.

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Mayor Van Gordon presented the 2025 Springfield Heritage Award for Preservation Excellence to the "Illuminating Indigenous Roots" educational program, which took place at Thirstston High School in April 2025.

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