Book Highlighting Historic Odessa Collections Now Available! A Storied Past: Collections of Historic Odessa brings to light for the first time an extraordinary array of 100 decorative and fine arts from the Foundation’s collections
May 2024
Encounter the wonderfully crafted and colorful fiber artworks created by the talented Delaware artist Charlese Phillips on display at the Historic Odessa Foundation’s Visitor Center.
The Visitor Center will be open for the Corbit-Calloway Memorial Library event, Mayfest, and their annual Book Sale.
Assemble to meet and welcome the wonderfully talented Delaware artist Charlese Phillips at an artist reception while encountering her multifaceted fiber artworks at the Historic Odessa Foundation’s Visitor Center.
Please join Charlese Phillips on Friday, May 10th for "Macrame Plant Hanger Workshop."
Details:
Friday, May 10th, 6pm - 9:30pm
Fee: $60/person - includes all macrame materials. Participants are encourage to bring their own flower pot or one can be provided.
Light refreshments and drinks.
“Fresh From the Garden” Explore the Collins-Sharp House and working kitchen garden with your guide as our costumed interpreters capture the sights and flavors of authentic 18th century cooking.
Please join Charlese Phillips on Friday, May 17th for "Weaving in the Round Workshop."
Details:
Friday, May 17th, 6pm - 9:30pm
Fee: $80/person - includes all weaving material provided with an 8" hoop pre-wrapped and warped.
Light refreshments and drinks.
The Charlese Phillips exhibit, will be closed this Saturday, May 18th, for a private event. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Tickets for tours of Historic Odessa, can be purchased at the Collins-Sharp House (pictured) down the street from the Visitors Center and Cantwell's Tavern.
Thank you!