Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to hold public meetings seeking input for Delaware’s 2018–2022 state historic preservation plan
Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, February 24, 2017
Five meetings to be held at locations across the state in March 2017.
Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 14 free programs during March 2017
Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, February 22, 2017
Highlights include events celebrating National Women’s History Month and National Harriet Tubman Day.
Media Advisory: Delaware Division of the Arts Announces 2017 Delaware State Employee Exhibition
Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, February 20, 2017
WHAT: This program is designed to give Delaware state employees and their families, at any skill level, a unique opportunity to exhibit their artwork and to compete for cash prizes. New this year: increases to the cash awards as well as additional judges’ choice and special recognition awards. The exhibition is free and open to […]
Thirteen High School Students to Compete in 2017 Delaware Poetry Out Loud State Finals
Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of Education | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, February 14, 2017
The annual poetry recitation finals will be held at the Smyrna Opera House on Tuesday, February 28 at 7 p.m. The event is free and the public is welcome to attend. Scott F. Mason, president of Chapel Street Players and award-winning actor, playwright, and director will serve as the Master of Ceremonies and introduce the […]
Delaware Forest Service offers volunteer fire grants
Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Kent County | New Castle County | State Fire Marshal | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, February 9, 2017
The Delaware Forest Service (DFS) is offering up to $4,500 in grants to help fire companies in the First State improve their readiness and ability to fight wildfires. The deadline is May 1 and the form is available on-line. Funded by the U.S. Forest Service, the Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) program has provided more than 120 grants worth almost $300,000 to Delaware volunteer fire companies over the past 10 years. All grants require a 50-50 cost-share match and priority will be given to applicants that have not received funding in the past three years.
