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On April 11th, the Amp held their first gallery opening and public event to celebrate the official opening of the "Clay Cavern," The Amp's ceramics studio. Over 200 people came out to celebrate local artists who provided 115+ pieces of art. Musicians, ceramicists, painters and more were in attendance and it was truly a community gathering of students, artists, art appreciators, journalists, politicians - you name it! Walter Rodriguez, the Executive Director of the Amp, shared his enthusiasm...

As we continue the renovation on the Richards Building, some of you may begin to have a feeling of nostalgia.  That’s because we are doing our best to reimagine this historic building in a way that hearkens back to its days as J.J. Newberry’s.  In the coming months, the brick will be painted to match the Bassett and Sussex Street corner of the building, and an awning in the style of the original Newberry’s awning will be installed by the Fourth of July.  On the left is an old rendering of the...

Some very cool things are happening in Downtown Dover: Bri'LaFlor’s new dance studio is lighting up Blackwell Street; the Richards Building façade is looking very chic; aaaand the snow is almost melted! So many great vibes! This corner of Blackwell and Sussex happens to be the future home to the Richards Mercantile, a great place to shop for unique items - handmade, vintage, local and international items (and gifts…and tea towels …and bears, Oh My!). Stay tuned for updates about the vendors...