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Serving the community since 1986, The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center has grown from an idea to a vibrantly active nonprofit organization, housed in the 100-year-old Mountain City Mill on the banks of Carroll Creek in historic downtown Frederick. Classes are offered in an ever-growing list of media and subjects for all ages and levels of experience. The small class sizes are led by experienced instructors, who are also working artists. Our award-winning facility features classroom/studio spaces for drawing, painting, crafts, photography, printmaking, wood, and ceramics as well as a reference library. Over 50 exhibits are offered each year, in eight galleries of various sizes. A variety of lectures, art trips, films and more round out the educational experience. The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center is still the only arts organization to have been certified under the Standards for Excellence in Nonprofit Management by the Maryland Association of Nonprofit Organizations. This assures you that your gift is carefully and correctly managed so you know you are really supporting the arts!

From Kids’ Summer Camps to Master Workshops, the Delaplaine fosters creativity in the community and is committed to the cultural enrichment of our city and county. The Delaplaine is open 7 days a week and admission is always free! Stop in and see what’s in store:

*8 Galleries
*Art Reference Library
*Classes and Workshops
*Kids Summer Art Camps
*Gift Gallery featuring members’ works for sale
*Movies from CinemArts
*Rental Facilities for celebrations and business events
*Member discounts on all classes, art trips, workshops, and kid parties