
The Delaware Division of the Arts has revealed that Deputy Director Kristin Pleasanton will be stepping down from her position next month, marking the end of an extensive career in public service.
Pleasanton’s final day will be June 1, 2026, bringing to a close 33 years of dedicated work for the state of Delaware. Her remarkable tenure has seen her serve through the administrations of eight different governors.
Her journey with Delaware state government began in 1988 when she took on the role of Kent County Site Supervisor, launching what would become more than three decades of commitment to Delaware’s arts community and state operations.
The announcement was made public on May 1st by the Delaware Division of the Arts, recognizing Pleasanton’s long-standing contributions to the organization and the state’s cultural landscape.








