Delaware and Wilmington are being celebrated for their thriving arts communities after earning high marks in a prestigious national ranking.
SMU DataArts, the National Center for Arts Research, unveiled its 10th annual Arts Vibrancy Index on June 25, 2026. The index placed Delaware 11th out of all 50 states when it comes to arts vibrancy, while Wilmington landed at 57th among 100 communities evaluated across the country.
The recognition highlights the cultural vitality found throughout the state, from its largest city to communities statewide.
