The Delaware Art Museum is a private, not-for-profit arts organization. It is supported by earned and contributed income and is not owned or controlled by the State of Delaware. The Museum is best known for its large collection of British Pre-Raphaelite art, works by Wilmington-native Howard Pyle and fellow American illustrators, and urban landscapes by John Sloan and his circle.
Mission Statement: The Delaware Art Museum connects people to art, offering an inclusive and essential community resource that through its collections, exhibitions, and programs generates creative energy that sustains, enriches, empowers, and inspires.
Holidays: The Delaware Art Museum is closed on New Year’s Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Admission
Museum admission includes entry into all galleries, including the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions. There is no additional fee for any exhibitions.
Rates: Adults: $12.00 Seniors (60+): $10.00 Students (w/valid ID): $6.00 Youth (ages 7-18): $6.00 Children (6 and under): Free Families(up to 2 adults and 4 youth): $25.00
Free Sundays: Admission to the Museum is free to all visitors on Sundays.
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AAA Members: Show your card and save $1.00 off your admission.
Amtrak Passengers:
Show your Amtrak ticket stub or Amtrak Guest Rewards Card and save 50% off admission.
Travelers to Wilmington: As a sponsor of the Delaware Art Museum, Amtrak offers a 30% companion rail fare discount for train travelers coming to Wilmington. Tickets may be purchased only on the Amtrak website from January 1, 2011 – December 17, 2011 for travel between January 4, 2011 – December 20, 2011. Some holiday blackout dates apply; click here and look for the Amtrak discount section for further information about booking and availability.
WHYY Members:
WHYY Members who show their Membercard may purchase one adult admission and get one free.
Bank of America Card Holders: Show your Bank of America credit card or debit card and receive free admission on the first Saturday of the month as part of Bank of America’s “Museums on Us” program (through December 2011).
