Carol S. Cunningham has received numerous local, national, and international awards in recognition of her artistry and contribution to the book arts. These include a Printer of the Year Award, two prestigious awards from the Miniature Book Society—one for a specific book and one in acknowledgement of her overall contributions, as well as a Lifetime Achievement award.

2000 Milley Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Book Arts, City of Mill Valley, CA

1995 Norman Forgue Award in Recognition of Contribution to the World of the Miniature Book, Miniature Book Society, Inc.

1988 Distinguished Book Award, Miniature Book Society, Inc. for Sunflower Press’s Land of the Inca

1975 Printer of the Year Award, British Printing Society

1966 Honorable Mention, Graphic Design, Greeting Card Competition, Famous Artists Schools

1962 Special Award, Children’s Book Illustration, Famous Artists Schools

1960 First Prize, Oil Painting, Famous Artists Schools