Delaware Art Museum
Delaware
The Delaware Art Museum, located in Wilmington, Delaware, is a prominent cultural institution founded in 1912 to honor the influential American illustrator Howard Pyle. It houses a diverse collection of more than 12,000 objects, emphasizing American art and illustration from the 19th through the 21st centuries, alongside a significant collection of British Pre-Raphaelite works. The museum's campus includes a 9-acre Sculpture Park, the Helen Farr Sloan Library and Archives, studio art classes, a children's learning area, and visitor amenities such as a café and museum store. Over the years, the museum has undergone several expansions and renovations, notably doubling its size in 2005 to better accommodate its growing collections and educational programs. Its holdings include works by Pyle and his notable students, such as N.C. Wyeth and Frank Schoonover, as well as the extensive Pre-Raphaelite collection donated by Samuel Bancroft's estate. The museum offers visitors a rich experience blending fine art, illustration, and immersive educational opportunities within a beautifully landscaped setting.
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Tipp: Visit the Delaware Art Museum between Wednesday and Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm, with extended hours on Thursday evenings from April to December. Consider purchasing tickets online or becoming a museum member for free admission. Take advantage of free on-site parking and explore both the indoor galleries and the outdoor Sculpture Park for a full experience.
Interessante Fakten
- •The museum's collection includes over 12,000 objects spanning American illustration and British Pre-Raphaelite art.
- •It holds the largest and most important collection of British Pre-Raphaelite art in the United States, donated by Samuel Bancroft's estate.
- •The museum was originally founded to honor Howard Pyle, a leading American illustrator of the early 20th century.
- •In 2005, the museum doubled its size through a $32.5 million expansion project.
- •The museum features a 9-acre Sculpture Park on its grounds.
Geschichte
Founded in 1912 as the Wilmington Society of the Fine Arts to honor Howard Pyle, the museum initially lacked a permanent home and held exhibitions at the Hotel duPont.
In 1931, the estate of Samuel Bancroft donated a significant Pre-Raphaelite collection and land, leading to the opening of a dedicated museum building in 1938, named the Delaware Art Center.
Post-World War II growth spurred expansions in 1956 and 1970, with the institution renamed Delaware Art Museum in 1972 to reflect its expanding scope.
A major expansion in 1987 doubled its size, followed by a further enlargement in 2005 to accommodate its growing collection and programs.
Ortsführer
Sculpture Park
A 9-acre outdoor space featuring a diverse collection of sculptures that complement the museum's indoor exhibits, providing visitors with a scenic environment to explore art in nature.
Helen Farr Sloan Library and Archives
A specialized research library and archive housing extensive materials related to American art and illustration, supporting scholarship and education.
Howard Pyle Collection1912
The foundational collection of the museum, featuring works by Howard Pyle and his students, including paintings, drawings, and prints that highlight the golden age of American illustration.
Pre-Raphaelite Collection1890s-1930s
The largest and most significant collection of British Pre-Raphaelite art in the United States, donated by Samuel Bancroft's estate, showcasing mid-19th century artistic movement.
Kontakt
Telefon: (302) 571-9590
