City of Yuma’s Arts and Culture Division announces nominees for 2026 Tribute of the Muses awards

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) - The City of Yuma's Arts and Culture Division has announced the nominees for four awards to be presented during the 26th annual Tribute of The Muses Awards ceremony Friday, November 20, at the Historic Yuma Theatre.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the ceremony beginning at 7 p.m.

The annual event honors individuals and organizations whose passion, vision, and dedication have advanced the arts in Yuma.

One recipient from each of the four award categories will be announced during the ceremony.

The award categories include: Tribute of The Muses, Apollo Award, Helios Award, Odyssey Award.

This year's celebration will feature a "Tea Party" theme. The awards ceremony is free and open to the public.

Following the ceremony, the Black-Tie Soirée and Silent Auction will begin at 8:15 p.m. at the adjacent Yuma Art Center. Tickets are $25 per person.

The silent auction will feature art pieces donated by artists throughout the year, with proceeds benefiting arts and culture programming at the theatre and art center.

This year's Tribute of the Muses Award recipient will receive a custom art piece titled "Celebrate," created by artist Judy Phillips. 

The Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission and previous Tribute of the Muses Award recipients select the winner in each category.

For more information, visit YumaAz.gov/Tribute or call 928-373-5202.