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Fresh from the Garden
May 10, 2025 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 12, 2025 10:00AM to 3:00PM

Saturdays at the Hearth: Ready for Spring

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

Spring 2025 Homeschool Day
Mar 29, 2025 9:00AM

Spring Homeschool Day 2025

Homeschool families are invited to take a step back in time to explore the 18th century in historic Odessa. 

Mar 10, 2025 10:00AM

HOF Celebrates Harriet Tubman Day - By Reservation Only!

Celebrate Harriet Tubman Day by visiting our National Park Service Network to Freedom exhibit, “Freedom Seekers: the Odessa Story”.  

Fall's Bounty
Feb 15, 2025 10:00AM to 2:00PM

Fireside Cooking

By the middle of the 19th century, most homes in Odessa were preparing meals over kitchen stoves; however, for many working class families and enslaved people, cooking over an open hearth was still common. 

Feb 12, 2025 12:00PM to 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. 

The Women's Club of Odessa
Dec 6, 2025 10:00AM

HOF Participates in “Christmas in Odessa”

The first “Christmas in Odessa” took place 61 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.

Oct 11, 2025 8:00AM

Flea Market at the Stone Barn

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

HOF Mahjong
Oct 6, 2025 10:00AM

2025 Mahjong Mania

Mahjong Mania comes to Historic Odessa!

Sep 19, 2025 10:00AM

2025 Storybook Trees Registration

To reserve a tree for the 2025 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.

Easter Egg Hunt 3-24-24
Apr 13, 2025 2:00PM

2025 Annual Easter Egg Hunt

The Historic Odessa annual Easter Egg hunt taking place Sunday, April 13th at the Corbit-Sharp House garden. The hunt is for toddlers to 5th graders—join the fun!

Hester Academy of Irish Dance
Mar 16, 2025 2:00PM

Irish Dance Performance

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