The Delaware Contemporary

The Delaware Contemporary will continue its successful afterschool teen arts program through a series of learning experiences to foster exploration of museum and creative industry careers. The project team will partner with Title 1 high schools in New Castle County to recruit students who have limited access to arts opportunities. Through cross-disciplinary learning methods and engagement with the museum’s teaching artists and a diverse group of Creatives-in-Residence, students will create their own works using a variety of art media, visit creative industry workspaces and cultural institutions, and participate in civic engagement projects. The program will culminate in an exhibition and pop-up retail operation to showcase students’ artwork. These opportunities will help students develop professional skills, promote job preparedness, broaden career horizons, and overcome barriers to success. Project outcomes will be tracked through informal observation, program surveys, and collaboration with educators.