Event Location: Macdowell Colony

Medal Day 2023: Alanis Obomsawin

June 16, 2023

Come and join arts lovers from around the region on Sunday, July 23, as the 63rd Edward MacDowell Medal is presented to esteemed filmmaker Alanis Obomsawin during our free and open-to-the-public celebration. After a brief award ceremony, visitors will enjoy a picnic lunch before artists-in-residence...

Sonia Sanchez Recipient of the 62nd Edward MacDowell Medal

Edward MacDowell Medal of Honor

May 10, 2023

On Sunday, July 10th, more than 1,000 enthusiastic community members, fans, and artists gathered for a beautiful, warm day on the verdant grounds of MacDowell to celebrate the internationally renowned poet, writer, and 62nd Edward MacDowell Medalist Sonia Sanchez! The weather was stunning for our...