The Delaware Contemporary

The Delaware Contemporary Delaware's Premier Contemporary Art Space FREE Admission. The Delaware Contemporary has partnered in some way with more than 60 community groups and schools.
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The Delaware Contemporary, a non-collecting museum, currently presents over 25 exhibitions annually of regionally, nationally, and internationally recognized artists. In addition to the exhibitions, The Delaware Contemporary commits to educational and community outreach through various programs, such as artist residencies with underserved community groups and Contemporary Connections, a model prog

ram that fuses art with schools’ core curriculum, offering fresh new ways to teach subjects such as math and science. Learn more on our website: decontemporary.org and find us on Instagram . FREE Admission
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Get hands‑on: free drop‑in monoprinting with shaving‑cream technique at  — TONIGHT, Friday, June 5 | 5–9PM. No experienc...
06/05/2026

Get hands‑on: free drop‑in monoprinting with shaving‑cream technique at — TONIGHT, Friday, June 5 | 5–9PM.

No experience needed — make a print to take home. Free entry, music, live painting, open studios, cash bar.


The Delaware Contemporary; 200 S. Madison St. Wilmington, DE 19801

The soundtrack to Night Market is set. 🎶We’re excited to welcome back DJ Mac Wondo  to The Delaware Contemporary for an ...
06/04/2026

The soundtrack to Night Market is set. 🎶

We’re excited to welcome back DJ Mac Wondo to The Delaware Contemporary for an evening of art, community, and good vibes.

As you explore local vendors, discover new artwork, participate in a community mural, and connect with fellow creatives, DJ Mac Wondo will be keeping the energy flowing all night long.
Night Market brings together artists, artisans, entrepreneurs, food vendors, exhibitions, and interactive experiences for a summer night at the museum unlike any other.

🗓 Friday, June 12, 2026 | 7 PM - 11 PM
📍 | The Delaware Contemporary; 200 S. Madison St. Wilmington, DE 19801
🎶 Music by DJ Mac Wondo

Come support local creatives, discover something new, and celebrate art, culture, and community with us.

Tag a friend and tell them to tag a friend! 👇

Watch art come to life: Studio Artist, Brian Mills live painting at Art Loop Wilmington — Friday, June 5 | 5–9PM. Free e...
06/04/2026

Watch art come to life: Studio Artist, Brian Mills live painting at Art Loop Wilmington — Friday, June 5 | 5–9PM. Free entry, music, drinks & drop‑in monoprints. See you at The Delaware Contemporary!


Friday, June 5th | 5pm - 9pm
200 S. Madison St. Wilmington, DE 19801

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Watch art come to life: Studio Artist, Jen Hintz Eggers live painting at Art Loop Wilmington — Friday, June 5 | 5–9PM. F...
06/03/2026

Watch art come to life: Studio Artist, Jen Hintz Eggers live painting at Art Loop Wilmington — Friday, June 5 | 5–9PM. Free entry, music, drinks & drop‑in monoprints. See you at The Delaware Contemporary!

Riverfront Wilmington
Friday, June 5th | 5pm - 9pm
The Delaware Contemporary; 200 S. Madison St. Wilmington, DE 19801

Decontemporary.org

Some experiences ask for more than a glance.They ask us to linger, question, imagine, and engage.This Friday’s Art Loop ...
06/03/2026

Some experiences ask for more than a glance.

They ask us to linger, question, imagine, and engage.

This Friday’s Art Loop is an invitation to do just that. Wander through exhibitions & artists studios, encounter new ideas, meet artists, and immerse yourself in a space where creativity sparks conversation and community.

Join us as we kick off a summer of art, exploration, and inspiration at The Delaware Contemporary.

✨ Free and open to all.
🗓 This Friday, June 5th | 5–9 PM

We look forward to the opening of our new neighbors!
06/02/2026

We look forward to the opening of our new neighbors!

𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀 🍴 Constitution Yards Moves, Set For Summer Return • Constitution Yards Beer Garden is set to reopen in mid-June at 303 Justison St. on Riverfront Wilmington, giving the it a 20% larger footprint. the seasonal favorite will return with its signature outdoor setup and live music, alongside casual food and drink offerings, a new Sky Deck, and more!

Your Night Market shopping list just dropped 👀✨Meet the artists, makers, entrepreneurs, and small businesses joining us ...
06/02/2026

Your Night Market shopping list just dropped 👀✨

Meet the artists, makers, entrepreneurs, and small businesses joining us for Night Market at The Delaware Contemporary. From handmade goods and original artwork to specialty treats and unique finds, this incredible group of vendors represents the creativity and talent that make our community so special.

Spend the evening exploring exhibitions, shopping local, connecting with artists, enjoying live music, participating in a community mural, and experiencing a summer night at the museum like never before.

🗓 Friday, June 12, 2026 | 7 PM - 11 PM
📍 The Delaware Contemporary; 200 S. Madison St. Wilmington, DE 19801
🎶 Music by DJ Mac Wondo

Come support local creatives, discover something new, and celebrate art, culture, and community with us.

Grab your ticket today, https://www.decontemporary.org/night-market

Tag a friend and tell them to tag a friend! 👇

Get ready — summer at The Delaware Contemporary kicks off June 5th from 5pm - 9pm June Art Loop and First Friday  during...
05/29/2026

Get ready — summer at The Delaware Contemporary kicks off June 5th from 5pm - 9pm June Art Loop and First Friday during Art Loop Wilmington with a FREE night of art, music, and fresh exhibitions you won’t want to miss!!

Bring friends, grab a drink, and discover bold new work across our galleries — something for every art lover. Swipe through to preview each show, then plan your visit.

Friday, June 5th | 5pm - 9pm
200 S. Madison St. Wilmington, DE 19801

Learn more, https://www.decontemporary.org/

🎨Art Loop — Live painting, open studios@ (5–8PM), live music, free monoprinting drop‑in, cash bar, and gallery openings. Friday, June 5 | 5–9PM.

🖌️Self, Realized — 2026 Artists‑in‑Residence: Mo Berrouet, E.Lizé Erica Jones & Celeste M. Rodriguez. Gallery 3 | June 5–Aug 23.

🖼️A More Perfect Union? — Hugh Atkins’ probing works on democracy’s promises and tensions. Gallery 7 | June 5–29.

🎨Tree Watching — New pieces by Aziza Gibson‑Hunter, Vetiver (Vonne Napper), Wanda Raimundi‑Ortiz & Niama Safia Sandy exploring land, memory & healing. Gallery 2 | June 5–Nov 29.

🖌️I Thought I Would By Now — Elizabeth Bergeland’s intimate paintings on connection, anxiety & motherhood. Gallery 4 | June 5–Nov 29.

🖼️In Plain Sight — Florence Chen’s delicate paper‑based mixed media that rewards slow looking. ArtSource@ Gallery | June 5–Aug 2.

Happy Wednesday Friends! Something exciting is coming to the Riverfront this summer! 👀On Friday, June 12th join us for t...
05/27/2026

Happy Wednesday Friends! Something exciting is coming to the Riverfront this summer! 👀

On Friday, June 12th join us for the first look at Night Market : Night at the Museum — a vibrant evening celebrating art, artists, local businesses, music, food, and community at The Delaware Contemporary. Expect curated vendors, open studios, exhibitions, live mural painting, music by DJ Mac Wondo , interactive art experiences, raffle prizes, and more.

Whether you’re coming to shop, explore, connect, or simply enjoy a summer night surrounded by creativity — Night Market is for you.

Stay tuned for vendor reveals and event highlights.

Thank you to our sponsors for your support: Pratt Insurance ; CSC ; Rum Punch Restaurant

https://www.decontemporary.org/night-market

 is in town! Registration for this workshop has closed, but the experience is still open to observe this epic printmakin...
05/08/2026

is in town! Registration for this workshop has closed, but the experience is still open to observe this epic printmaking session in the museum lobby.

Admission grants full access to our galleries along with the opportunity to watch The Big Tuna in action as it brings block prints to life.

Saturday, May 9th and Sunday, May 10th
9AM—5PM

Address

200 S Madison Street
Wilmington, DE
19801

Opening Hours

Wednesday 4pm - 8pm
Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

(302) 656-6466

Website

https://www.decontemporary.org/night-market, https://www.decontemporary.org/donate

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