Now is a great time to visit the Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts in Wilmington DE.
Thinking of a more "traditional" museum for your final summer activities? You need to take advantage of the free admission to the Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts (DCCA) along the riverfront in Wilmington Delaware.
Now celebrating its 30th year, the DCCA is located at 200 South Madison Street on the rapidly evolving Wilmington waterfront. Situated in a former industrial building, the facility now has 35,000 square feet of space offering 7 galleries, 26 artist studios, an auditorium, museum shop and support areas. It is directly served by the Dart Bus Route 32 and is just around the corner from the downtown Amtrak Rail Station, Frawley Stadium, several shops, and great dining and entertainment options.
From their mission statement, the Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts is non-collecting art museum. Their mission is to present exhibitions, offer exposure to the creative process, provide educational opportunities, and extend innovative programs to a diverse community. Their success in following this mission is clear from the wide array of activities, exhibitions, events, and other programs that the center is offering on a continuing basis. 
From camps and classes to its Artist-In-Residence programs, it works toward this vision everyday.
Most recently, the Alternatives Museum Shop at the DCCA was named this years Best Museum Store by Niche Magazine for 2009. The award is based on the Retailers' Guide to Best Practices including Fair Business Practices and the support to the American craft community.
This is an excellent excursion for anyone in the region and offers a chance to catch up on the current trends in the art world - and then relax and enjoy the various restaurants, shopping, and entertainment venues now found along the Wilmington Riverfront. More great activities in our area.
As always, if you have any questions or need any information, call anytime.
