Founded in 1979, The Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts is a fabulous resource for artists and those who appreciate fine art. Indeed, DCCA was established by artists, and artists continue to play an important role in policy making. The Center includes four galleries which, combined, present some twenty-seven exhibitions each year. The Main Gallery features works by both emerging and nationally recognized artists.
Thematic exhibits highlight national trends.
The Elizabeth Avery Draper Showcase Gallery features contemporary crafts. The Member's Gallery shows the works of regional artists. Representative of the quality to be found here was the recent exhibition, Return to Beauty . Paintings and prints were excluded from this wonderful exhibition of works in stone, metal and other materials. Artists have a fantastic resource here with workshops, exhibition opportunities, and inexpensive studio rental.