Historic Odessa Foundation COVID-19 Notice
In response to the growing COVID numbers in the area and the recent Stay at Home Advisory issued by the Governor, the Historic Odessa Foundation has decided to close to the public from December 16, 2020 through December 30, 2020.
The Foundation is traditionally closed to the public in January and February. We look forward to welcoming you back March 1, 2021.
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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
