“The arts are a powerful driver for economic growth. Here in Delaware, we continue to proudly invest in the creative economy because we recognize that such investment delivers immeasurable returns culturally, economically, and socially. – Secretary of Education Cynthia “Cindy” Marten, May 13, 2025 The Delaware Department of Education, in partnership with the Delaware Division…
DetailsFrom Secretary of State Charuni Patibanda-Sanchez: “We don’t get to progress as a society without supporting our arts, and we cannot do that alone. The government will never not be a part of it… At the end of the day, we are aligned on the mission – we are trying to increase people’s creativity that…
DetailsFrom Lieutenant Governor Kyle Evans Gay: “It’s really important at this time to make sure that if you haven’t talked to your legislator about the work that’s being done, about the impact that’s being made, about the opportunity for economic growth here in Delaware by investing back into the arts – it’s time to have…
DetailsLt. 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…
DetailsOn 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…
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