2026 Milley Awards

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The citizens of Mill Valley, California, annually recognize those among us who, through their accomplishments in the arts, have brought honor to our community. They have done this through their talents and actions in the state, national or international arenas. The Milley Awards celebrate those living artists and artist-teachers who were born in Mill Valley, California, or went to school here, or work here, or have made their home here, and who have enriched our lives. 

JOIN US IN CELEBRATING THIS YEAR’S HONOREES. 

The honorees were selected from public nominations by the 2026 judging panel of Erma Murphy, Joan Murray, Rona Weintraub and the Valentina Gnup. 

Genna Panzarella is an internationally known chalk-painting maestra and a teacher who excels in many arts media. 

Brian Narelle is an actor, puppeteer and humanitarian whose work encompasses the performing arts—stage, film, television and live arts. 

Valerie Andrews has devoted her career to deeply exploring the nature of place and home in her many books and articles. 

Sharon Valentino’s multiple volunteer years as an Arts Commissioner have vitalized the city’s commitment to public art and strengthened official arts policies. 

George Daly is a music producer and technical wizard who is also a composer in his own right. 

Tickets are $125.

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