Norman Rockwell Art
About Norman Rockwell
Norman Rockwell (1894-1978) - whose artwork has become iconic of our country's spirit - celebrated the timeless truths about America that endure despite the changing times and circumstances. Some of Rockwell's paintings and illustrations inspire hope and optimism, while others bring humor and nostalgia to mundane moments, and still others shine a light on critical social issues. From family gatherings and goodhearted childhood mischief to the Great Depression and the Civil Rights Movement, he used his art to truthfully memorialize everyday American life. For over 60 years, Norman Rockwell painted this country and its people with unabashed frankness and poignancy, allowing him to become one of the greatest artists and documentarians in American history.