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Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts

Alternatives Museum Shop is a unique source for contemporary handmade craft items created by regional and national artisans. There are many opportunities at the museum shop for the collector of functional and wearable art or the shopper who is looking for a unique gift. Gift certificates available.
DCCA members receive a 10% discount on all shop purchases.

Shop Artists


Niche 2009 Top Retailer:
Best Museum Store


Jewelry by Beth Pohlman


Ceramics by
Munemitsu Taguchi


Books by Space Dog Studios
Big Valentine's Sale February 10 - 14

Flat Maine Urchin Brooch by Hratch Babikian, Clipper Ship by Cyberoptix Tie Lab, Evening Pocket by Pistol Designs

There’s something special for everyone at Alternatives Museum Shop. 
Treat her to a one of a kind jewelry item or handbag.  Men’s cufflinks and ties by emerging artists are an ideal way to express personal style.  Find contemporary household accessories for couples as well as games and art projects for kids.  Finally, gift certificates are the ideal thoughtful gift for the “shopping impaired.” 


Say, “I love you,” with unique artisan made gifts
this Valentine’s Day!

Beginning Wednesday, February 10th

Ending Sunday February 14th


DCCA Members receive 20% off all shop purchases

Future members receive 10% off all shop purchases


Proceeds from all purchases help fund DCCA programs and exhibitions in addition to supporting the long-term success of handmade contemporary American craft.  Ask the friendly Alternatives staff for the back story on each local and national artist and the items they create.  Alternatives Museum Shop at the DCCA the proud recipient of NICHE Magazine’s 2009 Best Museum Store award. 

Featured Artists: Fiber Revolution

Melissa Craven Fowler
Collage XXV: Relevence, 2009

Fiber Revolution
February 5 - March 25, 2010

Alternatives Museum Shop features the nationally recognized artists' group, Fiber Revolution. Fiber Revolution is a network of over two-dozen professional artists from five northeastern states who have exhibited and marketed their artwork together since 2003. In this exhibit the original wall quilts will measure only 12" x 12". Many small pieces, beautifully presented in deep frames will be offered at affordable prices.

Limited Edition Moe Brooker Print

Moe Brooker
The Substance of Feeling
Lithograph on Rives BFK paper
11 plates/runs 14 colors
22 x 22"
Edition of 20

Available for purchase at Alternatives Museum Shop.

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Did you know that most items available at Alternatives Museum Shop are handmade by American craft artisans that work directly with the DCCA?  With proceeds supporting individual artisans as well as DCCA exhibitions and programming, each purchase is a meaningful contribution.
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