# XV Acroarte Journalism Merit Award Gala Held > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/acroarte-journalism-merit-award-for-juan-taveras-hernndez > Updated: 2026-09-03T01:40:45.000Z. Sources: 28. Developments: 6. The Association of Art Chroniclers (Acroarte) held its XV Acroarte Journalism Merit Award Gala in Santo Domingo, honoring various figures for their contributions to Dominican culture, society, and specialized journalism in art and entertainment. During the ceremony, singer Maridalia Hernández received a musical tribute celebrating her four-decade career, including her work with the group 440 and her victory at the Viña del Mar Festival. The tribute included performances by artists such as Frank Ceara and Pavel Núñez. Other honorees included art critic Alexis Beltré for his 30-year career in communication, and José Miguel Bonetti Dubreil for his contributions to business, sports, and cinema. The gala also recognized Frank Rainieri, José P. Monegro, and the Escuela Nacional de Locución Profesor Otto Rivera. Additionally, journalist, writer, and analyst Juan Taveras Hernández was honored for a career spanning more than 40 years in Dominican journalism. The award recognized his multifaceted work as a reporter, columnist, commentator, producer, host, and writer across print, radio, and television, specifically noting his 42-year tenure at the newspaper El Nacional. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-03: Acroarte honors journalists at 15th Merit Prize ceremony Acroarte held its 15th Journalism Merit Prize ceremony in Santo Domingo, honoring professionals including Juan Taveras Hernández for his 40-year career in Dominican journalism and art chronicles. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/acroarte-honors-journalists-at-15th-merit-prize-ceremony ### 2026-09-01: Acroarte honors Maridalia Hernández and other figures at XV Journalism Merit Gala Acroarte held its XV Journalism Merit Award Gala in the Dominican Republic, honoring singer Maridalia Hernández, critic Alexis Beltré, and businessman José Miguel Bonetti Du-Breil. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maridalia-hernndez-to-be-honored-by-acroarte-for-musical-career ### 2026-08-27: Acroarte to honor Frank Rainieri and other figures at XV Merit Gala Acroarte will host its XV Gala on September 1 to honor journalist Juan T. H. and several prominent figures, including Frank Rainieri, José Miguel Bonetti, and José P. Monegro, for their contributions to society 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/acroarte-to-honor-frank-rainieri-and-jos-p-monegro-at-15th-merit-awards ### 2026-08-20: Acroarte announces 15th Journalism Merit Award gala Acroarte will host its 15th Journalism Merit Award gala on September 1, honoring five professionals for their contributions to art, culture, and communication. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/acroarte-announces-15th-journalism-merit-award-gala ### 2026-08-16: Acroarte to honor journalist Juan Taveras Hernández at 2026 Gala Acroarte will dedicate its 2026 Journalism Merit Award Gala to journalist Juan Taveras Hernández, honoring his 50-year career in Dominican communication, culture, and art chronicles. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/acroarte-to-honor-journalist-juan-taveras-hernndez-at-2026-gala-1 ### 2026-08-14: Acroarte to honor journalist Juan Taveras Hernández at 2026 Gala Acroarte will dedicate its 2026 Journalism Merit Award Gala to journalist Juan Taveras Hernández, honoring his 50-year career and contributions to Dominican communication and culture. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/acroarte-to-honor-journalist-juan-taveras-hernndez-at-2026-gala --- Cite as: XV Acroarte Journalism Merit Award Gala Held. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/acroarte-journalism-merit-award-for-juan-taveras-hernndez