Vandalia Awards Each year at the Vandalia Gathering, West Virginia's highest folklife honor - the Vandalia Award - is presented in a ceremony on the stage of the Cultural Center theater. The individuals who receive this award embody the spirit of the state's folk heritage and are recognized for their lifetime contribution to West Virginia and its traditional culture. Here is a photo gallery of the recipients of this prestigious award. Voyager Recordings & Publications Specializing in books and recordings featuring the traditional music scene in the Pacific Northwest. www.voyagerrecords.com