Distinguished Artist Award
Kallen Esperian, Opera Singer, Memphis
Vince Gill, Country Singer/Songwriter, Nashville
Amy Grant, Christian Singer/Songwriter, Nashville
Folklife Heritage Award
Allan Benton, Traditional Country Ham Curer, Madisonville
Celia Garduño, Needleworker, Chattanooga
Bob Fulcher, Folklorist, Clinton
Arts Leadership Award
Jim and Janet Ayers, Philanthropists, Nashville
The Belcourt Theatre, Nashville
James L. Clayton, Philanthropist, Knoxville
Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum, Memphis
