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Delaware Art Museum, Wilmington:
Home to the largest and most significant Pre-Raphaelite collection outside the United Kingdom, the Delaware Art Museum also features a sculpture garden and labyrinth. Visitors can explore special exhibitions or participate in classes in ceramics, media, painting, or metalsmithing.
Milton Theatre, Milton:
This historic theater presents in-house productions throughout the year featuring performers from across the East Coast. Past productions include “Cabaret,” “Jersey Boys,” and “Spring Awakening.” The theater also hosts a summer concert series at its outdoor Quayside stage.
The Queen, Wilmington:
Originally built in 1789, The Queen is a beautifully restored venue at the heart of Wilmington’s live music scene. Past performers include Trombone Shorty, St. Vincent, Biz Markie, and Courtney Barnett. Nearby Market Street restaurants make it easy to pair a show with dinner.
Freeman Arts Pavilion, Selbyville:
Located in southern Delaware, this open-air venue welcomes national touring acts throughout the summer. Previous performers include Cheap Trick, Gary Clark Jr., Jerry Seinfeld, and The Beach Boys. Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs and enjoy performances at sunset.
The Grand Opera House, Wilmington:
Built in 1871, this 1,208-seat theater presents more than 100 performances each year, including symphony orchestras, dance, opera, comedy, and family programming. Smaller venues within the complex include The Baby Grand and The Playhouse on Rodney Square.
Delaware History Museum, Wilmington:
Explore the history of “The First State” through permanent and rotating exhibitions highlighting Delawareans past and present. After your visit, local dining options such as Farmer and the Cow are just a short walk away.
Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library, Winterthur:
Winterthur features a historic mansion with the world’s most significant collection of American decorative arts, along with a 1,000-acre garden of rolling hills and streams. Narrated tram tours are available from March through December.
Lewes Historical Society, Lewes:
This campus includes nine historic buildings, such as a tavern, coffee house, and antiques shop. Visitors can check the event calendar for walking tours and First Friday community nights featuring Colonial-inspired beverages.
Clear Space Theatre Company, Rehoboth Beach:
After a day at the beach, enjoy a performance at this intimate theater known for strong acting, detailed costumes, and creative lighting. Each season features a rotating selection of popular Broadway shows.
Biggs Museum of American Art, Dover:
This central Delaware museum showcases American art, history, and culture through paintings, sculptures, silver, and furniture. Rotating exhibitions cover topics ranging from rock-and-roll photography to kinetic sculpture and contemporary American art.
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