Grandma Moses's works were shown at MoMA in a pivotal exhibition.
On November 15, 1940, the Museum of Modern Art in New York City opened "Contemporary Unknown American Painters," which included works by Grandma Moses. This exhibition was a landmark moment that catapulted her into the national spotlight. As the only woman among the showcased artists, Moses's participation not only affirmed the aesthetic value of folk art but also challenged contemporary art norms by celebrating untouched rural America.