The Cherry Kearton Medal and Award is an honour bestowed by the
Royal Geographical Society
The Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers), often shortened to RGS, is a learned society and professional body for geography based in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1830 for the advancement of geographical scien ...
on "a traveller concerned with the study or practice of natural history, with a preference for those with an interest in
nature photography, art or cinematography".
It is named for nature photographer
Cherry Kearton and was launched in 1967.
Recipients
Source
Royal Geographic Society
See also
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List of general science and technology awards
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List of European art awards
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List of geography awards
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List of photography awards
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List of awards named after people
References
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Visual arts awards
Photography awards
Awards for best cinematography
Awards of Royal Geographical Society
Awards established in 1970