Upcoming Events

A Storied Past Book Cover
Jul 1, 2023 10:00AM to Dec 31, 2024 4:30PM

Press Release: A Storied Past: Collections of Historic Odessa

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

Exhibit The Corbit – Sharp House, 250th Anniversary, 1774 – 2024
May 14, 2024 10:00AM to Oct 27, 2024 4:30PM

Exhibit: The Corbit – Sharp House, 250th Anniversary, 1774 – 2024

Celebrate the momentous occasion of the 250th Anniversary of The Corbit – Sharp House (1774-2024) by examining numerous Corbit family objects lovingly displayed throughout the National Historic Landmark house.

Aug 27, 2024 10:00AM to Oct 29, 2024 4:00PM

Petite Exhibit: Rockingham, Bennington, or Yellow Ware: A Pottery Collection

Collectors commonly refer to the mass produced brown glazed yellow earthenware pottery interchangeably with the broad names Rockingham and Bennington. 

The Paintings of Laussat Richter Rogers
Sep 3, 2024 10:00AM to Oct 27, 2024 4:30PM

Art Exhibit: An Artist for all Seasons: The Paintings of Laussat Richter Rogers (1866-1957)

Rediscover the plein air paintings by the multi-talented early 20th century New Castle, Delaware artist Laussat Richter Rogers on exhibit from private collections from across the state and some on display publicly for the first time. 

Sep 20, 2024 10:00AM to Nov 1, 2024 4:30PM

2024 Storybook Trees Registration

To reserve a tree for the 2024 Holiday Tour season or for more information on creating a tree with your family, club, or school visit, please download and submit the registration form via fax or email.

Oct 7, 2024 10:00AM

2024 Mahjong Mania

Mahjong Mania comes to Historic Odessa!

Oct 12, 2024 8:00AM to 4:00PM

Flea Market at the Stone Barn

"One person’s junk is another person’s treasure!"

Fall's Bounty
Oct 12, 2024 10:00AM to 3:00PM

Saturdays at the Hearth: Fall's Bounty

“Fall’s Bounty”  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. 

Oct 20, 2024 1:00PM

Visitor Center at Corbit-Sharp House – Sunday, October 20th

The Laussar Richter Rogers, will be closed this Sunday, October 20th, for a private event. We apologize for the inconvenience.

ARTISAN CRAFT WORKSHOP SERIES: Floorcloths
Oct 26, 2024 10:00AM

ARTISAN CRAFT WORKSHOP SERIES: Floorcloths

Immerse yourself in a monthly American craft workshop series where participants will create an artform using traditional materials and methods taught by experts in each craft to include baskets, bandboxes, hooked rugs, marbleized paper, and floorcloths.  Take home a wonderful hand crafted keepsake.

Oct 26, 2024 10:00AM

Visitor Center at Collin-Sharp House – Saturday, October 26th

The Laussar Richter Rogers, will be closed this Saturday, October 26th, for a private event. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Oct 29, 2024 10:00AM to Dec 29, 2024 4:30PM

Art Exhibit: The Colorful Paintings of Lee Kolbach (1928-2023)

Encounter the richly colorful paintings of the talented Delaware artist Lee Kolbach (1928-2023) from her private collection and several on display publicly for the first time.