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Five Delaware Arts Organizations Receive Special Presenter Initiatives Grants from MidAtlantic Arts

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  Statewide, Del. (August 7, 2023) – Mid Atlantic Arts, in partnership with the Delaware Division of the Arts, has announced over $102,000 in grants, across five states, through the 2023-2024 Special Presenter Initiatives program. The Special Presenter Initiatives program provides funding to small and mid-size presenting organizations in Delaware, the District of Columbia, Puerto […]

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Delaware Division of the Arts presents “Between Light & Shadow” by Hannah Whiddon – Opens August 4

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Wilmington, Del. (July 25, 2023) – The Delaware Division of the Arts’ Mezzanine Gallery presents Hannah Whiddon’s exhibition, “Between Light & Shadow,” running August 4-25, 2023.  Guests are invited to attend a Meet-the-Artist Reception on Friday, August 4 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Drawing inspiration from the beauty inherent in everyday life and the human form, Whiddon’s […] The post Delaware Division …

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Groundbreaking Global Supplier Diversity Initiative Celebrates First Graduating Class in Delaware

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Five Delaware minority and/or veteran-owned small businesses completed Export Delaware’s new signature training program, “Selling to the World.” Export Delaware partnered with the World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia to develop this groundbreaking initiative. Participants learned how to develop an export strategy, find qualified buyers, navigate logistics and shipping, learn about export finance, international patents, […] The post Groundbreaking Global …

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New Castle County Libraries Receives a National Endowment for the Arts Big Read Grant

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New Castle County Libraries is one of 62 organizations nationwide selected to receive a 2023-2024 NEA Big Read grant. A grant of $20,000 will support a community reading program focusing on “The Best We Could Do: An Illustrated Memoir” by Thi Bui between September 2023 and March 2024. An initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with …

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Delaware Division of the Arts Launches Refreshed Delaware Artist Roster on DelawareScene.com

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This refreshed portal presents a diverse selection of talented artists from Delaware who are now available to exhibit, perform, or present programs throughout Delaware and the wider mid-Atlantic region. The Delaware Artist Roster is set to revolutionize the way artists and groups connect, fostering collaborations that will enrich the cultural landscape of Delaware. The post Delaware Division of the Arts …

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Lt. Gov. Bethany Hall-Long, Gov. John Carney Promote Affordable Internet Access for All

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DOVER, Del. – Lt. Governor Bethany Hall-Long, Governor John Carney, and community leaders are encouraging Delawareans to check their eligibility for free or low-cost internet options as Delaware kicks off summer learning and enrichment activities. The awareness coincides with the Biden Administration’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) Week of Action this June.  Starting this summer, libraries across Delaware will be hosting free enrollment events so […] The post Lt. Gov. …

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2024 Individual Artist Fellowship Application Now Open – Deadline August 1

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The Delaware Division of the Arts announces the opening of its annual application process for its 2024 Individual Artist Fellowship program. Administered in partnership with Mid Atlantic Arts (MAA), this program aims to recognize and support exceptional artists in Delaware working across various artistic disciplines, including the visual, performing, media, folk, and literary arts. The post 2024 Individual Artist Fellowship …

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Delaware Division of the Arts Announces Award Winners Group Exhibit to Open July 13

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The Delaware Division of the Arts is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated exhibition, Award Winners XXIII, showcasing the exceptional talents of 17 artists who have been named the 2023 Individual Artist Fellows. This extraordinary exhibition is curated and hosted by the Biggs Museum of American Art in Dover, Delaware. The post Delaware Division of the Arts Announces Award Winners …

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Five Delaware Arts Organizations Receive Total of $1M in National Endowment for the Arts Funding

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Wilmington, Del. (June 6, 2023) – Five organizations in the State of Delaware will receive a total of $1,030,000 in federal grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, as part of the National Endowment for the Arts’ second round of funding, announced today. “The National Endowment for the Arts is pleased to support a […] The post Five Delaware …