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Squash
Jun 11, 2024 10:00AM to 3:00PM

Saturdays at the Hearth: The Art of Cookery

“The Art of Cookery”  Explore the Collins-Sharp House with your guide as our costumed interpreters capture the sights and flavors of authentic 18th century cooking. 

Fresh from the Garden
May 11, 2024 10:00AM to 3:00PM

Saturdays at the Hearth: Fresh From the Garden

“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. 

Spring Treats
Apr 13, 2024 10:00AM to 3:00PM

2024 Saturdays at the Hearth: Spring Treats

“Asparagus, Strawberries and other Spring Treats”  Explore the Collins-Sharp House with your guide as our costumed interpreters capture the sights and flavors of authentic 18th century cooking. 

Mar 10, 2024 1:00PM to 4:00PM

Harriet Tubman Day

HOF celebrates the role of local underground railroad agents and the life of Harriet Tubman marking 200 years since her birth in Dorchester County, Maryland.  “Freedom Seekers: the Odessa Story” will be free to the public.

DoMore24
Mar 7, 2024 6:00PM to Mar 8, 2024 6:00PM

Do More 24 Delaware

Support Historic Odessa with Delaware's Biggest Day of Giving!

Feeling Inspired: The Fiber Art of Charlese Phillips
Apr 30, 2024 10:00AM to Jun 30, 2024 4:30PM

Exhibit: Feeling Inspired: The Fiber Art of Charlese Phillips

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. 

Odessa High School:  Advanced Placement Art Showcase
Apr 9, 2024 10:00AM to Apr 28, 2024 4:30PM

Odessa High School: Advanced Placement Art Showcase

The Historic Odessa Foundation is proud to showcase a collection of imaginative artworks created by the talented Advanced Placement Art studio students of Odessa High School, under the direction of art teacher Brianna Shetzler. 

Middletown High School Advanced Placement Art and Design Showcase
Mar 5, 2024 10:00AM to Mar 28, 2024 4:30PM

Middletown High School Advanced Placement Art and Design Showcase

The Historic Odessa Foundation is proud to showcase a collection of imaginative artworks created by the talented Advanced Placement Art and Design studio students of Middletown High School, under the direction of art teacher Kate Huffman.  

Easter Egg Hunt 3-24-24
Mar 24, 2024 1:00PM to 3:30PM

2024 Annual Easter Egg Hunt - SOLD OUT!

The Historic Odessa annual Easter Egg hunt taking place Sunday, March 24th at the Corbit-Sharp House garden. The hunt is for toddlers to 5th graders—join the fun!

Spring 2023 Homeschool Day
Mar 29, 2024 9:00AM

Spring Homeschool Day - Sold Out!

Join us for a school tour sampler designed just for homeschoolers. Take your family back in time to explore the 18th century in colonial Odessa. 

Hester Academy of Irish Dance
Mar 17, 2024 5:00PM

Irish Dance Performance

Please join us as we welcome the Hester Academy of Irish Dance for a performance at the Visitors Center!

Feb 9, 2024 12:00PM to Feb 16, 2024 2:00PM

Freedom Seekers: The Odessa Story

In celebration of Black History month, the Historic Odessa Foundation invites visitors to explore the local history of the Underground Railroad and Odessa's role in the abolitionist movement.