The Honorary Life Member Award is the most esteemed award for the American Public Gardens Association, presented to an individual member towards the latter part of their distinguished career.
Generally given to members nearing or in retirement, the Honorary Life Member Award recognizes their exemplary service, steadfast leadership, and uncommon dedication to all areas in the field of public horticulture. This individual will have supported the Association through active committee work, energetic membership, and leadership positions, and their efforts will have contributed to the advancement of the Association as well as to the missions and values of public gardens. Given the status of this award, it is not expected to be given on an annual basis.