Reduced cost state park pass available for those on state assistance, including unemployment Dover, DE – The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced today that it will reinstate entry fees and park pass requirements at all Delaware State Parks and require a Conservation Access Pass to enter state wildlife areas starting Friday, May […]
Continue ReadingDOVER, DE – The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced that starting Friday those aged 13 or older are required to bring a face mask with them to enter state parks, wildlife areas and reserves, and should wear the mask when they cannot maintain social distancing from other visitors. Those who do not […]
Continue ReadingWilmington, DE – Anyone who has visited the Delaware Art Museum Store over the past two years has noticed the store’s evolution from a traditional gift shop to a vibrant community bookstore, selling a variety of books for children and adults right alongside a unique selection of gifts, stationery, work from local artists, and other […]
Continue ReadingDuring a meeting Monday night, Newark City Council voted to cancel the July 4th Liberty Day Celebration and Fireworks display for this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “The health and safety of our community, spectators, first responders and staff weighed heavily on our decision to cancel this year’s July 4th Liberty Day Celebration and […]
Continue ReadingDOVER, Del. – The theme for the 50th anniversary of Earth Week is climate change, an issue that concerns most Delawareans, according to a report commissioned by DNREC’s Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy. The report found 77% of Delawareans see climate change as a serious threat that will harm future generations. The report, conducted […]
Continue ReadingDELAWARE ART MUSEUM PRESENTS A ROBUST SLATE OF VIRTUAL PROGRAMMING Wilmington, DE (April 22, 2020) – The Delaware Art Museum is proud to present a robust slate of virtual programming, much of it free and family friendly, to support people of all ages during the Museum’s temporary closure. The Museum has always been a place […]
Continue ReadingDNREC hosts a virtual Earth Day Scavenger Hunt and Pledge DOVER, Del. – Delawareans are invited to join millions of people around the globe to celebrate Earth Day on April 22, 2020. The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will host a virtual event through the end of the month for people to celebrate […]
Continue ReadingDelaware Libraries across the state have created a shared Virtual Library Events Calendar to enable Delawareans to participate in library programs and storytime while at home. The library building may be closed, but the virtual library is open and ready for you from your home. Everyone is welcome to join in on all the events […]
Continue ReadingReminder: Bathrooms closed in public areas; out-of-state travelers must self-quarantine before visiting state properties DOVER, Del. – The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced today it will take steps when necessary to limit the numbers of visitors within state parks and wildlife areas, following crowding and public health concerns. Starting Friday, April 10, […]
Continue ReadingWilmington, DE – The Delaware Art Museum may be closed, but you can still visit the Museum and its collection of over 12,000 works of art through a variety of innovative tours across email and social media. The Museum recently launched “The View from DelArt,” an email highlights tour of the collection, in which staff, […]
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