Which U.S. award did Georgia O'Keeffe receive in 1985?

Georgia O'Keeffe received the National Medal of Arts in 1985.

The National Medal of Arts is the United States government's highest honor for achievement in the arts. It was established by Congress in 1984 and is presented by the president to artists and arts patrons.

O'Keeffe was among the earliest recipients, receiving the medal in 1985. By then, her paintings of flowers, architecture, bones, and the landscapes of New Mexico had made her a central figure in American art history.

The award is distinct from the Presidential Medal of Freedom, which is a broader civilian honor. O'Keeffe is strongly associated with the National Medal of Arts because the 1985 presentation recognized her exceptional contribution to American visual culture.