The Delaware Contemporary
The Delaware Contemporary
4.5
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
About
The Delaware Contemporary is a dynamic gathering place for the exploration of new ideas in art, design, and technology. Our compelling exhibitions, innovative educational experiences, and access to the artistic process inspire us to infuse creativity into our daily lives. Founded in 1979, The Delaware Contemporary presents exhibitions of regionally, nationally, and internationally recognized artists that explore topical issues in contemporary art and society. Art sales through our galleries and Alternatives Museum Shop support area and exhibiting artists and our commitment to the importance of contemporary art. The Delaware Contemporary offers a variety of educational and outreach programs, integrating contemporary art into public school curriculum and with underserved community groups.
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SMGleb
Wilmington, DE532 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
I’m more a lover of the impressionists but I thoroughly enjoyed viewing the contemporary art on display. Highly recommend. My favorite was the gallery featuring “Loam” but the artist combining 50s era women with household items was fabulous. Take time to enjoy the gallery of local area student artwork - it will blow your mind the talent of these kids! Well worth your time. And you can go to one of the many excellent restaurants nearby and take a lovely walk along the riverfront too.
Written July 9, 2023
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Sasha Lee
Baltimore, MD94 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
This place was wonderful. It was quiet and its not too small but just enough space for the display of abstract art. My brother and I went and we enjoyed ourselves. The staff were friendly and the entire place was very clean. Very good display of art with a vastness of abstract ideas and creativity.
Written September 28, 2021
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Brian D
Denver, CO2,382 contributions
Jan 2020
Stumbled across this gallery while walking around the riverfront area. Stopped in and only had time to visit the gift shop. The gift shop was great and had a lot of different and unique items available. If you are looking for a different kind of Delaware souvenir, this is the place to go. Unique items you won't find anywhere else that represent the state of Delaware. The rest of the gallery looked interesting and a return visit is a must.
Written February 3, 2020
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Marie M
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Feb 2024 • Couples
The place smells. Very small. The most discomforting crochet objects I've ever seen in my life. This unease was outdone by a room full of nightmare fuel. The coolest things by far were these lamps in the giftshop. The artist's instagram is @allegheny jackdaw. You can look at his stuff there instead of going here.
Written February 4, 2024
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DebbieJL876
New York65 contributions
Jan 2017 • Friends
Let's be clear, I am not a big fan of contemporary art museums. History museums? Yes! Animals? Yes! Sex Museums? Heck to the yeah! However, upon leaving the Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts, I've found a new respect for it.
I cannot believe I am saying this, but it took my visit to Wilmington to understand contemporary art. My favorite was "Spaceship Earth" by Dane Winkler. It leaves you thinking. The purpose of the piece was to ignite the conversation as Earth as a "vessel" in this life, but not necessarily a destination. Well, that's what I got from it. It was quite brilliant.Â
So if you're into this contemporary art stuff, please do not leave Wilmington without going for a visit. It's worth your exploration and your presence.
I cannot believe I am saying this, but it took my visit to Wilmington to understand contemporary art. My favorite was "Spaceship Earth" by Dane Winkler. It leaves you thinking. The purpose of the piece was to ignite the conversation as Earth as a "vessel" in this life, but not necessarily a destination. Well, that's what I got from it. It was quite brilliant.Â
So if you're into this contemporary art stuff, please do not leave Wilmington without going for a visit. It's worth your exploration and your presence.
Written March 21, 2017
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Cynthia F
Fair Lawn, NJ3,367 contributions
Nov 2013 • Couples
Great, small, FREE museum (those are my favorite kinds!) The various exhibits were colorful, wild, provocative, unusual, thought-provoking; yes, anything but boring. Listen to the other reviewers; leave the kids home! However, I do not consider anything I saw pornography; to me, it's ART.
Written November 25, 2013
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Paul L
Reading, PA35 contributions
Jun 2017 • Couples
The museum has many exhibits of contemporary working artists in many mediums. A gallery with some current political commentary was was a treat. The museum is huge converted railroad facility.
Written July 4, 2017
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litehaus
Baltimore, MD71 contributions
Mar 2017 • Solo
When I arrived and found out that they have only a few gallery spaces I was disappointed. However, when I took my time looking at the art they had showing in those galleries - my heart was happy! There were many different types of artist and experiences to be had. They also have a cute little gift shop that I was able to find a homemade card for a friend! I hope to go back and see what is new in the galleries!
Written March 20, 2017
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Elizabeth A
HYATTSVILLE221 contributions
Feb 2017 • Couples
Don't miss the gift shop in this small but fascinating museum. The exhibits are changing; we saw Due South. If you are interested in contemporary art or just want to see something a bit "different" this museum is worth a visit! The exhibit spaces are large, but the museum is small, so you will not need a long time for your trip here. A free museum is a treat! If you visit the Riverfront, this is just a short walk or drive.
Written February 27, 2017
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ckatmomi
Union, NJ387 contributions
Feb 2017
The Center fro Contemporary arts is a spacious exhibition area with changing exhibits. We went to see Due South an exhibit featuring about 30 artists from both the United States and Italy who lived or traveled in Sicily. We enjoyed it very much but we might have appreciated it even more if it was easier to match up the brochure with each piece of work.
Written February 16, 2017
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