Process of Date Painting, 27 OTT. 1990, Rome, from Today, 1966–2013

MISSION

The One Million Years Foundation, established by the artist On Kawara during his lifetime (1932–2014), is dedicated to preserving the artist’s works and valuing his philosophy. Kawara envisioned his works being scattered across the globe, readily available to all walks of life. The Foundation supports the artist’s legacy by working to ensure that Kawara’s art is widely and internationally accessible through initiatives including research, publications, and exhibitions, to promote greater public interest in and understanding of Kawara’s work.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Zdenka Badovinac
Akiko Bernhöft
Hou Hanru
Akito Kawahara
Hiroko Kawahara
Kasper König
Sahe Yoshioka

STAFF

Caitlin Foster
Jessica Tang
Anne Wheeler
Yoshito Yoshioka

CONTACT

One Million Years Foundation
info@onemillionyearsfoundation.org

ORAL HISTORY

The One Million Years Foundation is currently conducting oral history interviews with individuals who had direct personal or professional connections with On Kawara. If you are interested in contributing an account of the artist and his work, please contact oralhistory@onemillionyearsfoundation.org.

AUTHENTICATION AND ATTRIBUTION

The One Million Years Foundation does not authenticate or attribute works of art.