The Texas Historical Records Advisory Board (THRAB) has honored The Wittliff Collections at Texas State University with the Archival Award of Excellence. 

The Archival Award of Excellence honors archival institutions and individuals in Texas who have made significant achievements in preserving and improving access to historical records in any format.

The THRAB recognized The Wittliff for its dedication to the preservation of the state’s cultural legacy of artistic endeavors through a robust acquisitions program, solid stewardship of collections and dynamic outreach efforts. The Wittliff serves as a model for engaging the public and academics alike while developing archives and providing research services. 
 

About the Texas Historical Records Advisory Board
THRAB serves as an advisory body for historical records planning and supports efforts to preserve and provide access to archival collections throughout the state. Funding for THRAB is provided by the National Historical Publications Records Commission, the grant-making arm of the National Archives and Records Administration. The state archivist is appointed by the governor to preside over the nine-member board.