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Arts E-News Archive
Click below to view the Division's archive of monthly e-newsletters.
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Timeline: Folklife Collection
[row] [column md=”6″] [/column] [column md=”6″] In 2007… In 2007 the Delaware Folklife Collection was installed at the Blue Ball Barn. This two-story stone barn connects Delaware’s past and present with a collection of unique cultural artifacts housed in a contemporary multifunctional space. Consider taking a visit: [button type=”default” size=”lg” link=”https://www.inwilmingtonde.com/places/blue-ball-barn”]Blue Ball Barn[/button] [/column] [/row] […]
June 12, 2019
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Timeline: Delaware Artist Roster
[row] [column md=”6″] [/column] [column md=”6″] In 2006… In 2006, DDOA created the DE Artist Roster. This is the resource for anyone looking for artistic talent in Delaware! You can find literary, media, performing and visual artists available to create, exhibit, perform, or present programs in venues across the state. View the roster here: [button […]
June 8, 2019
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Timeline: Design Delaware 2.0
[row] [column md=”6″] [/column] [column md=”6″] In 2016… In 2016 Design Delaware 2.0 was developed as a streamlined strategic plan that could endure economic and political variability, with the intent of constructing annual goal-oriented operational plans with performance indicators responding to current conditions. #DDOA30 Want to find out more about the strategic plan? Learn more […]
May 31, 2019
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Why do you enjoy the arts?
[row] [column md=”6″] [/column] [column md=”6″] We asked arts supporters “why do you enjoy the arts?” Loretta Moore from Dover, DE of VLM Productions is one such supporter who gave us her thoughts. We encourage you in the coming weeks and months to help us celebrate. Use our survey below designed for to share your […]
May 25, 2019
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Timeline: DelawareScene
[row] [column md=”6″] [/column] [column md=”6″] In 2008… DelawareScene is a comprehensive, up-to-date website calendar featuring Delaware’s arts and cultural events and attractions in and around Delaware. Acquaint yourself with one of Delaware’s many artists, get carried away by the magic of a theater performance, frequent one of Delaware’s world-renowned museums, experience one of Delaware’s […]
May 21, 2019
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Timeline: Summer Reading
[row] [column md=”6″] [/column] [column md=”6″] In 2008… Each summer the Division of the Arts collaborates with the Division of Libraries and the Division of Parks and Recreation to bring arts programming to communities throughout the state. This year, more than 30 libraries across Delaware will feature [artists to be announced in mid-May] as part […]
May 17, 2019
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How are the arts important to our society?
[row] [column md=”6″] [/column] [column md=”6″] We asked arts supporters “how are the arts important to our society?” Kristin Pleasanton from Dover, DE is one such supporter who gave us her thoughts. We encourage you in the coming weeks and months to help us celebrate. Use our survey below designed for to share your own […]
May 13, 2019
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Timeline: Delaware Institute for the Arts in Education
[row] [column md=”6″] [/column] [column md=”6″] In 1982… Delaware Institute for the Arts in Education has been in operation as a non-profit arts education organization since 1982. Its mission is to enhance the quality of education by integrating multicultural arts experiences into the daily curriculum of Delaware schools. This evening is the Spotlight “An Evening […]
May 8, 2019
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Timeline: Meet the Artist Videos
[row] [column md=”6″] [/column] [column md=”6″] On this day in 2010… On May 3, 2010 the first “Meet the Artist” video, intended to promote artists on the Mezzanine was posted. The interview was with Delaware Artist Victor Letonoff about how he problem-solves using his sketchbooks and his canvas, with a brief exploration of his technique […]
May 3, 2019
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What do the arts mean to you?
[row] [column md=”6″] [/column] [column md=”6″] We asked arts supporters “what do the arts mean to you?” Michelle Kramer-Fitzgerald of Wilmington, DE, Arts in Media LLC is one such supporter who gave us her thoughts. We encourage you in the coming weeks and months to help us celebrate. Use our survey below designed for to […]
April 30, 2019
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Timeline: Delaware Artist Roster
[row] [column md=”6″] [/column] [column md=”6″] In 2004… The inaugural edition of the Delaware Artist Roster was developed in 2004. Compiled by the Delaware Division of the Arts (DDOA), this publication was designed to serve as a valuable resource for performing arts centers, galleries, colleges, festivals, schools, parks, civic organizations, businesses, municipal governments, and any […]
April 25, 2019
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Timeline: State of the Arts Podcast
[row] [column md=”6″] [/column] [column md=”6″] In 1998… Delaware Division of the Arts begins the Delaware State of the Arts podcast in partnership with News Radio 1450 WILM. This weekly podcast presents interviews with arts organizations and leaders who contribute to communities throughout Delaware. [button type=”default” size=”lg” link=”https://arts.delaware.gov/delaware-state-arts-podcast/”]Listen to Today’s Podcast[/button] [/column] [/row] This post […]
April 21, 2019
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