NY State proclaimed February 10 as Grandma Moses Day.
On February 10, 1952, Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller proclaimed "Grandma Moses Day" in New York State, coinciding with her ninety-second birthday. This recognition was a tribute to her impact on American culture and art, celebrating her unique story as a late-blooming painter. The official designation highlighted her contributions as a folk artist who captured the essence of rural life, further solidifying her status as an enduring American icon.