Creative Economy
On February 13, 2025, arts leaders from throughout Delaware provided public comment at the Joint Finance Committee (JFC) in Legislative Hall, a way that advocates can help influence funding priorities and emphasize the importance of investment in our sector. The meeting starts with a presentation from the Secretary of State, Charuni Patibanda-Sanchez. Learn more…
On January 21st, Matt Meyer was sworn in as the 76th Governor of Delaware. During the Inauguration, Delaware’s Twin Poets shared, “Let’s remain true. Keeping art at the heart of all that we do.” What else do we know about the next administration’s support for the arts? “We’re kind of a hidden gem of…
On Dec. 12, 2024, Lt. Governor Bethany Hall-Long convened her final All-Hands Arts Call, thanking the Delaware Division of the Arts (DDOA), Delaware Arts Alliance (DAA), and local arts leaders for their partnership. The discussion focused on the importance of continued participation and organizing with the arts sector. — Neil Kirschling, Executive Director of the…
In celebration of National Arts & Humanities Month, on Oct. 8, 2024, Lt. Governor Bethany Hall-Long’s monthly All-Hands Arts Call invited Michele Anstine, Executive Director of Delaware Humanities, to discuss the intersection of arts and humanities and highlight the work of her organization. Jessica Ball, Director of the Delaware Division of the Arts (DDOA) and…
Andre’ Wright Jr. celebrates Delaware’s culture and life through his lens, bringing to light the rich, often untold narratives of Indigenous and minority communities. His dedication to capturing these stories is beautifully exemplified in the Indigenous Faces of Wilmington project, a powerful exhibit commissioned by the Delaware Art Museum. This collection, now permanently housed in…