Cultivating Creativity, Connecting Communities
As Delaware’s cultural connector, the Division of the Arts cultivates creativity through grants, programs, and partnerships. We unite artists, organizations, schools, and communities statewide, opening equitable access to the arts and transforming creative energy into economic growth and social well-being.
2026 Writers Retreat Applications Open May 1
Step away from the noise and back into your creative work.
Explore the Delaware Art Scene
There is more to explore here than grants. Discover arts and culture events happening across Delaware, connect with artists through the Delaware Artist Roster, and find calls for artists and other opportunities to get involved.
Explore Arts Events & Calendar
Discover performances, exhibitions, and creative experiences happening across Delaware.
Delaware Artist Roster
Register yourself or find talented Delaware artists for events, programs, performances, workshops, and more.
Browse Artist Opportunities
Explore calls for artists, grants, and opportunities to grow your creative career.
Visit the Mezzanine Gallery
Kira Krell at the Mezzanine Gallery – Stone Formations
The Delaware Division of the Arts’ Mezzanine Gallery is pleased to present Stone Formations, a solo exhibition of works by Delaware artist Kira Krell. The show will be on view from May 1-29.
Latest News
Delaware Division of the Arts Announces Second Round of Grants in Support of Arts Projects for Fiscal Year 2026
$572,573 in Rolling Grants Will Expand Community Access to Arts Experiences Across Delaware The Delaware Division of the Arts (DDOA) today announced a second round of Fiscal Year 2026 grant awards through several rolling and recurring grant opportunities that support timely, community-based arts activities across the state. This round represents $572,573 awarded through 209 grants, supporting projects that help Delawareans[…]Delaware Division of the Arts Accepting Applications for 2026 Writers Retreat
The Delaware Division of the Arts (DDOA) is now accepting applications for the 2026 Delaware Writers Retreat, a four-day residential experience for creative writers taking place November 5–8, 2026, at the Biden Environmental Center in Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes, Delaware. Applications are due on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. The Retreat gives writers an opportunity to step away from everyday[…]Delaware Division of the Arts Announces Upcoming Retirement of Deputy Director Kristin Pleasanton After 33 Years of Public Service
STATEWIDE, Del. (May 1, 2026) – The Delaware Division of the Arts (DDOA) today announced the upcoming retirement of Deputy Director Kristin Pleasanton, effective June 1, 2026. Pleasanton concludes a 33-year career in Delaware state service in which she served under eight Governors. Pleasanton’s state service began in 1988 as Kent County Site Supervisor for the Delaware State Museums within[…]