First Place, Sculpture — MBNA 2026 Design Awards
"One of One," Alex's memorial for Sayaun Dent, won First Place in the Sculpture category at the Monument Builders of North America 2026 Design Awards.
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Awards, installations, and recognition spanning three decades of sculptural excellence
2026
Second Place, Conceptual Memorial — MBNA 2026 Design Awards
Alex's Robert Smalls monument — a three-sided granite and bronze tribute tracing Smalls' journey from slavery to Civil War hero to statesman, bound for Beaufort — took Second Place in the Conceptual Memorial category at the 2026 MBNA Design Awards.
2023
Florence Visitor Sculpture Map
The Florence Visitor has created an interactive map featuring sculptures by Alex Palkovich throughout the region.
View the mapThe Sower Unveiled at Florence Baptist Temple
Florence Baptist Temple unveils 'The Sower' by Alex Palkovich as part of their 50th anniversary celebration.
Watch the ceremony 2019
South Carolina Vacation Guide Features Veterans Park
The South Carolina 2019 Vacation Guide highlights sculptures by Alex Palkovich at Veterans Park in Florence.
Read the article 2018
On the Way to the Market Installed in Beaufort County
Alex Palkovich installs 'On the Way to the Market' at the Beaufort County Library in South Carolina.
2017
A True Renaissance Man
Golden Life Magazine profiles Alex Palkovich in a feature titled 'A True Renaissance Man'.
2016
Dr. Beck Monument Unveiled
The commissioned bronze monument of Dr. Beck with his young patient was installed in front of the Luther F. Carter Center for Health Sciences Building in Downtown Florence, South Carolina.
2015
Home Safe Completed with Boykin Spaniel
Alex installed his sculpture of a Boykin Spaniel in Veterans Park in Florence, completing the sculptural narrative of 'Home Safe.' The excited dog can be seen running to join the family grouping greeting the returning soldier.
2014
Huey Cooper Unveiled in Lake City
Alex unveiled 'Huey Cooper' in Lake City, South Carolina on September 10th, 2014.
Loveland Sculpture Invitational
Alex's work was featured at the prestigious Loveland Sculpture Invitational 2014.
2013
People's Choice Award Winner
'On the Way to the Market' won the People's Choice Award at the 80th Annual National Sculpture Society Exhibition.
Florence County Council Recognition
Alex was honored by Florence County Council with a special resolution recognizing his accomplishments.
Francis Marion Statue Dedication
Final dedication of the Marion statue at the Johnsonville Heritage Festival.
2012
Einstein at Brookgreen Gardens
'Einstein' was selected for inclusion in the prestigious National Sculpture Society's 79th Annual Awards Exhibition at Brookgreen Gardens.
Johnsonville Heritage Day
Patriotism and statue on display at first Heritage Day in Johnsonville.
Pee Dee Land Trust Award
Presentation of the conservation award designed by Alex Palkovich at the Pee Dee Land Trust ceremony.
Sculpture in the South
Alex participated in the 2012 Sculpture in the South Show and Sale in Summerville, SC.
2011
Veterans Day Observance on 11/11/11
The Veterans Day observance at Florence Veterans Park falls on a rare date — the eleventh day of the eleventh month of 2011.
9/11 Memorial Unveiled
New 9/11 Memorial unveiled at Florence Veterans Park on the 10th anniversary of the attacks.
Florence Library Art Gallery
Florence library debuts art gallery featuring work by Alex Palkovich.
Francis Marion University Feature
FMU student newspaper covers the unveiling of a new monument by Alex Palkovich.
Veterans Park Committee Work
Committee works to add monuments at Florence Veterans Park, with Alex leading the sculptural design.
Swamp Fox at Sculpture in the South
Francis Marion sculpture 'Swamp Fox' featured at the Sculpture in the South exhibition.
Johnsonville Council Final Payment
Johnsonville council provides sculptor with final payment for the Francis Marion statue.
Evening with Sculptor Event
Johnsonville hosts an evening with sculptor Alex Palkovich.
The Swamp Fox Keeps Legend Alive
Carolina Arts Magazine features Alex Palkovich keeping the legend of The Swamp Fox alive through sculpture.
Enlarging the Francis Marion Sculpture
Moonscapes 3D documents the enlargement of the General Francis Marion sculpture ahead of its installation in Johnsonville.
2010
Elected to National Sculpture Society
Alex Palkovich was elected a member of the National Sculpture Society, becoming the only elected member from South Carolina at that time.
Veterans Park Memorial Wins National Award
Florence's Veterans Park Memorial was recognized as the national award winner in the Public Memorial and Features Design category by the American Institute of Commemorative Art.
Johnsonville Statue Progress
Palkovich continues work on the Johnsonville Francis Marion statue.
2009
Main Street South Carolina Inspiration Award
Alex Palkovich and Jane Madden received the Downtown Service Award for their work creating the Art Trail Gallery in Downtown Florence.
South Carolina State Fair Award
Won the Third Premium Fine Art Merit award in the Professional category for 'Home Safe.'
2008
Eagle Monument Installation
The Eagle Monument was installed at Veterans Park in Florence, featuring a life-size bronze sculpture of a bald eagle atop towering granite monoliths.
See the monumentWork Continues on Eagle
Progress continues on the eagle sculpture for Veterans Park monument.
2003
Francis Marion University Gallery Series
Alex Palkovich featured in the FMU Department of Fine Arts Gallery Series 2002-2003.