ARTS & CULTURE
New Castle has attracted creative people for centuries,
including writers, painters, sculptors, and musicians.
THE ARTS ARE ALIVE IN NEW CASTLE!
New Castle is a haven and inspiration for artists of all mediums. Creativity is nurtured here by New Castle's natural and built environments. We are a community that includes painters, musicians, writers, filmmakers, dancers, architects, and artisans. The New Castle Historical Society recognizes and celebrates the connection between arts, culture and history.
Visit New Castle to experience the past, present and future of the arts!
From traditional music to new songs by local signer-songwriters, New Castle offers music for everyone.
We exhibit art from our own collections and feature new works from artists, photographers, and film makers
Local theater and dance groups brings stories and cultural diversity to our museums, parks and historic district.
Writers and book lovers are drawn to New Castle where our first library was established in 1812.
UPCOMING ARTS EVENTS
CONCERT
Across The Atlantic: Dutch-American Dialogue
October 11, 2026 1:00 pm, at the Arsenal
Our upcoming concert celebrates the historic ties between the Netherlands and the United States through music for violin and piano. Dutch pianist Sharon Niessen and violinist ShanRong Tuo will perform musical works that celebrate heritage, cultural exchange, and the connections that continue to develop across countries and generations.