March for the Arts is a statewide celebration of Arts Education. Delaware Governor John Carney has signed a proclamation designating the month of March as “March for the Arts” in the State of Delaware. The importance of arts education is cited in the proclamation, as it “contributes to increased attendance and graduation rates; elevates academic achievement; and prepares students for college, career, and citizenship readiness.”

March for the Arts was founded in 2003 when Delaware Senator Connor authored Senate Bill 116, designating the month of March as “March for Arts in Education Month.” Senator Conner envisioned a month devoted to celebrating arts education throughout the state–recognizing the critical role that the arts play in providing a well-rounded education for Delaware’s youth. Years later, the month of March continues to recognize excellence in education in Dance, Media Arts, Music, Theatre and Visual Art.

Congratulations to Maiss Hussein from Paul M. Hodgson Vo-Tech High School for being named the Delaware State Finalist! Maiss will represent Delaware and advance to the Poetry Out Loud: National Recitation Contest, National Finals in Washington, DC on May 8-10, 2023, where $50,000 in awards and school stipends will be distributed.

Maiss Hussein is a junior at Hodgson Vo-Tech, where she is a part of the dental assistant program. Maiss plans to major in and pursue a career in dental hygiene. She is passionate about her field of study and has competed in the Health Occupations Students of America competition. She is active in her school community and is a leader and board member of multiple diversity & equity groups. Maiss is excited to participate in Poetry Out Loud because she has always had an interest in reading different poems and pieces of literature.

Photos by Joe del Tufo, Moonloop Photography

The Delaware Division of the Arts is proud to support the arts sector through Delaware’s largest day of giving, Do More 24 Delaware, on March 2-3, 2024. For the third year, the Division will provide up to $400,000 in matching funds to its FY2023 arts organization grantees in conjunction with the statewide giving day event. The Division’s “stretch pool” funds will be awarded to grantees who fundraise through the domore24delaware.org website over the 24-hour fundraising period starting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 2 and ending at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 3. Do More 24 Delaware is organized by United Way of Delaware and Spur Impact Association.

Don't miss your chance to see artwork from State of Delaware employees and their family members! The 12th annual Delaware State Employee Art Exhibition is now open until March 12 at the Delaware State University Art Center/Gallery.

People's Choice voting is now open! Let your voice be heard. Make sure you vote for your favorite piece(s) in the exhibition.

• You can "like" your favorite(s) on Facebook or vote onsite at the Gallery.
• A third option is to send your choice(s) by email to Dana Wise.
• The People's Choice winner will be announced during the Exhibition Celebration weekend, March 11-12. Voting closes on March 9.

Come celebrate with us: All participants and visitors are invited to the Arts Center/Gallery on Saturday, March 11 and Sunday, March 12 from 12-4 pm to enjoy the exhibition and view the winning pieces. The celebration is open to the public both days and will include refreshments, art activities, and giveaways for all ages.   

The Delaware Division of the Arts is pleased to announce the Artist Career Development Pilot Program for three emerging or mid-career (4-7 years of artistic practice) Delaware artists. One artist will be selected from each county.

Selected artists receive funding each program year to advance their artistic and business practices, and to build community connections. The pilot program includes cohort meetings and professional development. In year two, selected artists will plan an arts activity for a community in their county.

Interested emerging and mid-career artists should read the program overview before submitting the letter of intent.

USArtists International

USArtists International® (USAI) supports U.S. artists' engagements abroad with grants of up to $18,000 towards eligible expenses. The program funds individuals and ensembles across all performing arts practices and disciplines with eligible engagements at international festivals and global presenting arts marketplaces outside of the United States. Non-festival engagements in select countries are now eligible. 

Confirm eligibility

Applicants with eligible performance engagements between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2024 can apply at the next deadline: March 29, 2023. Notifications of funding by June 20, 2023.  

Delaware Arts Alliance Hiring!

Project Manager for Delaware’s “Creative Economy and Cultural Tourism Recovery and Growth Plan” (part-time, non-exempt)

The DAA seeks to contract for a Project Manager for the “Creative Economy and Cultural Tourism Recovery and Growth Plan”, the first effort of its type in the nation that will utilize stakeholder engagement, economic analysis, and in-depth research to develop a roadmap for policy change and investment needed to advance the sector.

Posting closes March 14 at 11:59 pm

Each month we feature arts and community-based organizations and their programs and projects funded by the Delaware Division of the Arts.

Boys and Girls Club of Delaware

Art Wowzers!



Dover, Project Support

Art Works for All

Celebration of Creativity Exhibition



Statewide, General Operating Support