The Woodlands has received the prestigious Communicator Award in the Campaign-Collaboration category for its 50th Anniversary Celebration. This internationally recognized competition honors outstanding achievement in communication, celebrating excellence, effectiveness, and innovation across all media. Judging was conducted by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts (AIVA), with this year’s theme, “Communication is Connection.”
The 50th Anniversary Celebration was a yearlong tribute to five decades of vision, innovation, and excellence. It culminated in a week of community-wide festivities from Monday, October 14 through Saturday, October 19, 2024—marking the official anniversary of this nationally acclaimed, award-winning master planned community. The celebration honored George Mitchell’s visionary foundation for The Woodlands and showcased the community’s rich history, culture of giving, environmental stewardship, dedication to public art, and strong spirit of engagement. The festivities concluded with a free community concert and spectacular drone and fireworks shows.
“The 50th anniversary of The Woodlands was a true celebration of vision, legacy, and community spirit—and it would not have been possible without the tremendous efforts of our team and the outstanding partnership with The Woodlands Township and many others,” said Jim Carman, President – Houston Region for Howard Hughes. “This recognition reflects the collective dedication that made the 50th such a memorable success. As we look to the next 50 years, Howard Hughes remains committed to building on that foundation and enhancing the quality of life for generations to come.”
Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. was the Founder sponsor while The Woodlands Township was the Producer sponsor of The Woodlands 50th Anniversary Celebration. Earlier this year, The Woodlands 50th Anniversary Celebration also received the Communitas Award, an international recognition, for excellence in community service, company service, and community partnership.
