Delaware Division of the Arts Announces Upcoming Retirement of Deputy Director Kristin Pleasanton
Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, May 1, 2026
STATEWIDE, Del. (May 1, 2026) – The Delaware Division of the Arts (DDOA) today announced the upcoming retirement of Deputy Director Kristin Pleasanton, effective June 1, 2026. Pleasanton concludes a 33-year career in Delaware state service in which she served under eight Governors. Pleasanton’s state service began in 1988 as Kent County Site Supervisor […]
Mezzanine Gallery presents Kira Krell’s “Stone Formations”
Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Mezzanine Gallery | New Castle County | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Krell’s textured abstract works invite viewers to slow down and reflect on the enduring presence of the natural world. Wilmington, Del. (April 28, 2026) – The Delaware Division of the Arts’ Mezzanine Gallery is pleased to present Stone Formations, a solo exhibition of new work by Kira Krell, on view May 1-29, 2026. An […]
DelDOT Highlights National Work Zone Safety Awareness Week
Department of Transportation | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of Highway Safety | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Lewes – Secretary of Transportation Shanté Hastings joined employees, contractors, utility companies, and the Delaware State Police on Monday at the SR 1/Minos Conaway project to call attention to the importance of safe driving in our work zones across the state. National Work Zone Awareness Week is held each April at the traditional start of […]
Mezzanine Gallery presents Mike McSorley’s “Out of the Ordinary”
Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Kent County | Mezzanine Gallery | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, April 10, 2026
New still-life paintings by Mike McSorley find beauty, empathy, and spirit in everyday objects. Wilmington, Del. (April 9, 2026) – The Delaware Division of the Arts’ Mezzanine Gallery is pleased to present “Out of the Ordinary”, a solo exhibition of new work by Mike McSorley, on view April 10-24, 2026. An opening reception will […]
Delaware Veterans Connect, Create, and Showcase Their Work Through Free Statewide Art Classes
Delaware Division of the Arts | Delaware Health and Social Services | Delaware Veterans Home | Department of Human Resources | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Department of State | Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities | Featured Video | Governor Matt Meyer | Kent County | Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Office of the Lieutenant Governor | Office of Veterans Services | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, March 30, 2026
Statewide, Del. (March 30, 2026) – Delaware veterans are picking up paintbrushes, gelli plates, and drawing pencils — and discovering that making art alongside fellow veterans is an experience unlike any other. The Delaware Division of the Arts, in partnership with the Delaware Office of Veterans Services, has announced a new round of free eight-week […]
