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Mars & American Heritage Chocolate debut the History Tellers Award
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Thursday, 16 April, 2026, 14 : 00 PM [IST]
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New Jersey, USA
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To celebrate United States' 250th anniversary this year, Mars Inc., and American Heritage Chocolate announced the launch of the History Tellers Award, a new national initiative created to honour the interpreters, educators, guides, and storytellers who keep America's history alive and relevant for future generations.
This first-of-its-kind national award honours outstanding history tellers at museums or historic sites who inspire, engage, and empower audiences to learn from the past and envision a better future. The recipient will receive $15,000 and promotional support for both themselves and their institution.
Launched in alignment with America's 250th anniversary, the History Tellers Award supports history, education, and cultural preservation at a moment when understanding the past has never been more critical.
William Clements, vice president, sponsorships, Mars Snacking, Premium Brands & Mars Properties, said, "At historic institutions nationwide, interpreters, artisans, docents, and educators work tirelessly, often with limited resources, to bring America's stories to life.These History Tellers translate complex histories into human experiences and create spaces where education, culture, and community intersect. Recognising and honouring the dedication of these individuals is just a national extension of Mars' commitment to preserving American History."
The History Tellers Awards was inspired by two pioneering historic interpreters: Cheyney McKnight, the founder of Not Your Momma's History, and Dontavius Williams, a public historian and founder of The Chronicles of Adam, a first-person interpretation rooted in historical documents that brings the lived experience of enslavement to life for audiences nationwide. Both received the inaugural History Tellers Award in 2025, which has expanded in 2026, to invite applications nationwide. They will also serve on the selection committee for this year's award.
"To be honoured and recognised by Mars with an award for the work we do as History Tellers is the encouragement we need to keep up the great efforts of researching and interpreting the lives of those who have come before us," said Williams.
"I am thrilled to be a founding member of this national award program and look forward to shining a light on the great work of my fellow historic storytellers," said McKnight.
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