Yoko Ono Awarded MacDowell Medal for Lifetime Achievement

At 91, the iconic artist will be honored for her influential work in art and music, though she will not attend the ceremony.

Yoko Ono, a pivotal figure in the Fluxus movement and conceptual art, will receive the prestigious Edward MacDowell Medal.
The award recognizes her seven decades of innovative contributions to art, music, and activism.
Ono's manager, David Newgarden, will accept the medal on her behalf at the July ceremony in Peterborough, New Hampshire.
Her work, known for its advocacy for peace and feminist themes, continues to resonate widely.
The honor places her among past recipients like Toni Morrison and Stephen Sondheim, highlighting her substantial impact on contemporary culture.