Creative Economy
Mike Rasmussen isn’t just dreaming of a vibrant creative economy in Delaware – he’s actively working to make it a reality. As part of the Smyrna Town Council, the Kent County Tourism Board, and the CREATE Plan’s revitalization efforts, Mike champions initiatives that integrate the creative economy into broader community development strategies. His dedication to…
Message From the Executive Director | Why Cultural Tourism Matters Imagine being on vacation wandering through the cobbled streets of a historic town, where every corner unveils a masterpiece of local artistry. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingles with the melodic tunes of street musicians, inviting you to immerse yourself in the cultural complexity…
Arts and Culture Caucus | The CREATE Plan Overview Unveiled At the second and culminating assembly of the Arts and Culture Caucus in 2024, held on Tuesday, April 23rd, the Delaware Arts Alliance (DAA) convened with research partner, Sound Diplomacy, to delineate key recommendations aimed at fortifying the cultural landscape of Delaware. Convened by co-chairs Elizabeth…
Message From Executive Director | The CREATE Plan Since January 2023, Delaware Arts Alliance (DAA) has been working with a research team, Sound Diplomacy, and a group of Delaware stakeholders to develop a growth and recovery plan for the creative economy and cultural tourism sector in Delaware. In that time, we heard from 563 people…
DAA and Artists Address the JFC Requesting an Increase in The State’s Arts Budget On Tuesday, Feb 13th, the state legislature’s Joint Finance Committee (JFC) convened to conduct public hearings on state agency budget requests as presented in the Governor’s Recommended Budget. The public was invited to comment during the public hearings at a designated…