WRR101 Focus on the Arts: Meet the 2026 TACA Silver Cup honorees

Every year, TACA (The Arts Community Alliance) recognizes two individuals for their outstanding volunteer leadership and contributions to the arts in North Texas with the Silver Cup Award. Past honorees include some of Dallas’ most illustrious arts champions, including Mrs. Eugene McDermott, Mrs. Nancy A. Nasher, former mayor Mike Rawlings, Mrs. Edward S. Marcus, and Mr. William Winspear. The 2026 honorees are Nancy Carlson and Andy Smith, who have been committed to volunteerism and arts leadership in Dallas for decades. They joined Maura Sheffler, TACA’s Donna Wilhelm Family President and Executive Director, for a conversation with WRR's Amy Bishop to share their personal journeys in the arts, and why the believe that a thriving creative community requires volunteerism. Note: The full conversation follows the five minute radio feature that aired on WRR101.