Read about our 2026 advocacy efforts with the Joint Finance Committee here. On February 13, 2025, arts leaders from throughout Delaware provided public comment at the Joint Finance Committee (JFC) in Legislative Hall, a way that advocates can help influence funding priorities and emphasize the importance of investment in our sector. The meeting starts…
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On January 21st, Matt Meyer was sworn in as the 76th Governor of Delaware. During the Inauguration, Delaware’s Twin Poets shared, “Let’s remain true. Keeping art at the heart of all that we do.” What else do we know about the next administration’s support for the arts? “We’re kind of a hidden gem of…
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Since 2008, the Delaware Arts Alliance has worked together as the statewide arts advocacy organization and unifying voice for the arts in Delaware. To accomplish this, we have relied on our passionate and experienced leadership, especially those who serve on our Board of Directors and Committees, to navigate the DAA and creative economy at-large through:…
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On Dec. 12, 2024, Lt. Governor Bethany Hall-Long convened her final All-Hands Arts Call, thanking the Delaware Division of the Arts (DDOA), Delaware Arts Alliance (DAA), and local arts leaders for their partnership. The discussion focused on the importance of continued participation and organizing with the arts sector. — Neil Kirschling, Executive Director of the…
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[Washington, D.C., December 5, 2024] —The results are in, and the message is clear: Americans view the arts as essential to their personal lives, their communities, and the nation’s future. Yet, despite its undeniable value, only half (51%) of Americans believe everyone in their community has equal access to the arts. This finding comes from Americans Speak…
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