SPRING VALLEY — The Spring Valley Historic Association’s Museum is one of 30 recipients of Gov. Pat Quinn’s Home Town Awards.

The 30th annual awards were announced Thursday at the executive mansion in Springfield. The awards recognize volunteers for their work in improving their communities.

“The Governor’s Home Town Awards honor the efforts of 30 remarkable groups who have selflessly dedicated their time and efforts to making their communities a better place to live,” Quinn said. “We applaud these groups of volunteers for improving the lives of others and truly making a difference in our state.”