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The Delaware Contemporary
Simple black letters reading "The Delaware" on the first line and "Contemporary" on the second line; the first line is justified with a gap between the words
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The Delaware Contemporary as seen August 2019
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Established 1979
Location 200 S. Madison St., Wilmington, Delaware
Type Contemporary Art
Public transit access Bus transport DART First State bus: 12

The Delaware Contemporary is a special place in Delaware where you can see amazing contemporary art. It's like a big art gallery that shows new and exciting artwork from artists who live nearby, across the country, and even from other parts of the world. It opened its doors in 1979 and got its current name in 2015.

About The Delaware Contemporary

This museum is unique because it doesn't collect art to keep forever. Instead, it focuses on showing new and exciting artwork from artists who live nearby, across the country, and even from other parts of the world. This means there's always something new to see!

What You'll Find Inside

In 2000, The Delaware Contemporary moved to a cool spot called the Riverfront in Wilmington, Delaware. The building is really big, about 33,000 square feet! Inside, you'll find seven art galleries where the art is displayed. There are also 26 art studios where artists can create their work. The building also has an auditorium, a classroom for learning, a museum shop, and offices.

Visiting the Museum

Good news for families! In 2008, the museum stopped charging money to see the galleries. This was done to help families have more affordable ways to enjoy art, especially during tough economic times. So, you can visit and explore the art without paying an entrance fee.

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