Creative Economy
Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay is hosting bi-monthly ‘Creative Economy Convenings’ to bring together stakeholders to discuss topics related to the creative economy and advance CREATE Plan recommendations, forming a feedback loop between the arts community and leaders in government or other sectors to inform policy, advocacy, programming, and other services. The focus of this…
On March 27, educators, students, and arts leaders throughout Delaware convened for the annual “March for the Arts” in Dover, DE. This event celebrates arts education throughout the state and recognizes the critical role that the arts play in providing a well-rounded education for Delaware’s youth. This year, advocates also emphasized the importance of arts…
On February 28th, 2025, Senator Elizabeth “Tizzy” Lockman and State Representative Bryan Shupe hosted an Arts & Culture Caucus webinar alongside the Delaware Arts Alliance (DAA). The Arts & Culture Caucus presented Delaware Arts Alliance’s CREATE Plan, actionable recommendations to support the art sector, and future opportunities the panel could participate in to further engagement…
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…