
Leisa Collins Historic Preservation Award in the Island of Aruba!
Acknowledging a hidden treasure in Oranjestad, Aruba I was honored to presented my latest Leisa Collins Historic Preservation Award on August 28, 2025, to Pancho Geerman, the Director of the National Archaeological Museum of Aruba, for the museum’s “outstanding contribution to historic and cultural preservation in Aruba, and for the rich educational service they provide both in Aruba and for all international visitors.” Here is the award, an original pen and watercolor painting. My portrait features the entire museum venue as well as the restored historic dwellings. These include the original 1867 cunucu (native) homes and the 1929 colonial mansion, in addition to an integrated modern structure. [caption id="attachment_53216" align="aligncenter" width="2560"] Leisa Collins Historic Preservation Award which was presented to the Director of the National Archaeological Museum of Aruba[/caption] As…