Historic Odessa Foundation COVID-19 Notice
The Historic Odessa Foundation is open to the public for self-guided tours of special exhibitions for groups of 20 people at a time, under new social distancing guidelines set by the State of Delaware. Guided tours will reopen to the public when the State of Delaware reaches phase 3 of the reopening; offered to groups of 5 people by prepaid reservation only. Learn more about guided tours »
The health and wellbeing of our visitors, volunteers, staff, and community is of the utmost importance to us. Staff, volunteers, and visitors will be required to wear masks at all times when in our buildings. We sincerely appreciate your understanding during this time of concern and we look forward to welcoming everyone back.
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18th Century Life
Five historic houses. Nearly 30 acres of surrounding property, outbuildings, and gardens. An outstanding private collection of household furnishings, fine and decorative arts. And programs and tours that bring this 18th-century enclave to life, all year long.
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Jan 1, 2020
H. Rodney Sharp (1880-1968), newly graduated from Delaware College (now the University of Delaware), came to Odessa in 1900 to teach at the Academy, a...Read more
Mar 3, 2020
Early 19th century Americans desired to create small indoor gardens of potted plants for pleasure and for decoration. Growing small flowering plants throughout the winter was...Read more
