The Vernacular Architectural Forum solicits nominations for the Buchanan Award which recognizes excellence in field work, public interpretation, and service. Eligible categories include architectural recording projects, historic structures reports, preservation plans, exhibitions, public programs, restorations, furnishing plans and installations, cultural resource surveys and historic designation studies, computer applications, visual arts, film, and video presentations. Projects completed during 1994 and 1995 are eligible. The deadline for project submissions is January 31, 1996. For an application write or call Melissa McLoud, Paul Buchanan Award, 541 E. Nelson Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301, (703)548-1474.