News & Press

May 7, 2013 10:00AM to Aug 2, 2013 4:30PM

"Dear Lou": Civil War Letters Home from Capt Charles Corbit

The Historic Odessa Foundation archives contain numerous original letters from many of the family members who lived in the Foundation’s 18th century houses.  Among them are letters from Captain Charles Corbit, son of Henry C. Corbit, to his beloved wife Louisa Anderson Corbit, daughter of Daniel Corbit and Eliza Naudain of Odessa.

May 18, 2013 2:00PM to 4:00PM

FREE: Archaeological Society of Delaware Annual Meeting & Lecture

The Historic Odessa Foundation will be hosting the 2013 Annual Meeting of the Archaeological Society of Delaware (ASD). The public is invited to attend the business meeting from 10:00am to 11:00am, as well as two lectures that will be presented from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. This entire event is free.

May 8, 2013 7:00PM to 8:30PM

FREE to Members: Lecture: "Can Archaeology Help Find the Lost Corbit Tannery?"

A PowerPoint presentation will be presented by John Bansch, a current volunteer of the Historic Odessa Foundation and past-president of the Sussex Chapter of the Archaeological Society of Delaware (2006 to 2010).

Aug 6, 2013 10:00AM to Oct 31, 2013 4:30PM

Myth-understandings: Early American History Stories

Discover some of the most persistent fabrications and embellishments in early American history!

Nov 13, 2013 10:00AM to Jan 5, 2014 4:30PM

"A Madeline Christmas"

You are cordially invited to step back in time through the doors of the Historic Odessa Foundation again this holiday season! For the past 30 years the Historic Odessa Foundation has celebrated children’s literature by recreating vignettes from the classics in one of our 18th-century houses.

Mar 19, 2013 10:00AM to 1:00PM

School Program Docent Training

Refresher training for School Program Docents!
If you're interested in volunteering in the School program, please contact Carla Pyle 378-5562.

Dec 1, 2013 10:00AM to Jan 5, 2014 4:30PM

Toyland...It's just Childs Play!

Please join us for an exciting exhibit focusing on the Historic Odessa Foundation’s collection of early to late 19th century toys.

Dec 13, 2013 7:00PM to 8:30PM

2013 Holiday Candlelight Tour Hosted by the Curator

Get into the Christmas spirit by attending a special evening candlelight guided tour of the holiday exhibit A Madeline Christmas at the National Historic Landmark, Corbit Sharp House.  The tour will be led by the curator of the exhibit who will describe the inspirations behind each room vignette.

Dec 20, 2013 7:00PM to 8:30PM

Holiday Candlelight Tour

You are invited to step back in time through the doors of the Historic Odessa Foundation and explore the Christmas traditions of yesteryear! Participants experience a special candlelight tour of our 2013 holiday exhibit and enjoy champagne and festive treats in front of a roaring fire at the Collins-Sharp House, c.1700.

Jun 17, 2013 10:00AM to 1:00PM

For Volunteers: From Tureens to Tea Cups: Up Close and Personal with the HOF Ceramics Collection

As part of our 2013 Guide Training Program HOF Docents are invited to take part in a small group workshop. We will be focusing on our ceramics collection with emphasis on objects that can be directly related to the Odessa properties and the families associated with them.

Oct 1, 2013 10:00AM to Nov 1, 2013 4:30PM

2013 Storybook Trees Registration Begins

Please join us in this festive display of over 30 trees decorated by local families, schools, and organizations showcasing books and works of children’s literature. Our Storybook trees exhibit is designed to promote reading and literacy,and is appropriate for all age groups Participants choose a book of their choice to use as a theme for decorations, trees and lights are provided by the Historic Odessa Foundation.

Dec 7, 2013 10:00AM to 7:00PM

HOF Participates in "Christmas in Odessa"

The first "Christmas in Odessa" took place 49 years ago as a fundraiser for the Women's Club of Odessa. The purpose was to fund college scholarships for local high school seniors. With the help and cooperation of Odessa homeowners and the Historic Odessa Foundation, the Women’s Club of Odessa has provided scholarships to over 100 students.