The Arden Craft Shop Museum is a small museum located in Wilmington, DE, dedicated to collecting and exhibiting materials and artifacts related to the Ardens, which include the villages of Arden, Ardentown, and Ardencroft. The museum aims to educate the community on the history of these single-tax communities and their development as close-knit communities influenced by theater, craftsmanship, art, and other aspects of life.
Founded in 1900 by sculptor Frank Stephens and architect Will Price, the Ardens are Single Tax and Arts and Crafts communities, inspired by the economic theory of Henry George and the ideals of William Morris. Each village operates as its own municipality and continues to embrace the Single Tax system. With a focus on American Arts and Crafts architecture, the Arden Craft Shop Museum showcases the rich heritage and ongoing influence of these communities, attracting artists and craftspeople to this day.
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