News & Press

May 21, 2017 1:30PM to 3:00PM

How Does Your Garden Grow?

Kitchen gardens were an essential part of daily life in historic Odessa.  Walk through the Collins-Sharp garden and explore the wide range of plants which were cultivated for use in cooking, medicines and even the cleaning bucket.  Gather herbs and flowers to create your own 18th century sachet. 

Cost is $5 for each participant/free to members. 

May 27, 2017 5:00PM to 9:00PM

Cantwell's Tavern Outdoor Summer Series: Patio Party

The Cantwell's Tavern Patio Party is back! On Saturday, May 27, you can enjoy grilling on the patio with special menu at Cantwell's Tavern and a Tap Takeover by Mispillion Brewing Co. There will also be live music for you to enjoy from 5 - 8pm.

May 21, 2017 6:00PM to 10:00PM

Cantwell's Tavern Outdoor Summer Series Opening Night!

On Sunday, May 21, from 6 - 10pm you can bring your own blanket and join an outdoor movie with your family. Beer and wine will be for sale and the Roaming Raven Food Truck will be offering your favorite foods!

Jun 1, 2017 6:00PM to 7:00PM

Photographer Presentation and Book Signing

On June 1st, renowned photographer Kevin Fleming will conduct a gallery tour of his photography exhibit at the Historic Odessa Foundation’s Visitors Center. This presentation is in conjunction with the amazing photography exhibit, Definitely Delaware: Photographs by Kevin Fleming

May 6, 2017 10:00AM to 5:00PM

Photography Seminar led by Kevin Fleming - SOLD OUT!

On May 6th, in conjunction with the photography exhibit, Definitely Delaware: Photographs by Kevin Fleming, the award winning photographer Kevin Fleming will host a full day photography seminar at the Historic Odessa Foundation.

Mar 14, 2017 10:00AM to 4:30PM

Closed: Tuesday, March 14, 2017

Due to the impending snow storm, Historic Odessa will be closed on Tuesday, March 14. Please check back for an update on Wednesday's hours. Stay safe!

Apr 6, 2017 6:00PM to 8:00PM

Photographer Reception: Definitely Delaware

Plan to meet the renowned Delaware photographer, Kevin Fleming at his photography exhibition of beautiful Delaware photographs at the Historic Odessa Foundation.  In conjunction with the photography exhibit, Definitely Delaware: Photographs by Kevin Fleming, the photographer will be in attendance to give brief remarks and take questions related to the exhibition. 

Mar 9, 2017 5:00PM

HOF Acquires Additional 42 Acres

The Board of Directors have announced that the Historic Odessa Foundation just recently acquired the forty-two acre field in front of the Corbit-Sharp House adjacent to the Appoquinimink River. The land was originally acquired by H. Rodney Sharp during his restoration efforts in Historic Odessa in the first half of the 20th-century. 

Mar 25, 2017 1:00PM to 2:30PM

Lecture: "The Lost Corbit Tannery - Found at Last"

This presentation outlines the results of an archeological research project conducted during the past 4 years by John Bansch, Coordinator of Archeology Projects at Historic Odessa. 

Aug 9, 2017 6:00PM to 7:00PM

Presentation: "Robert May & Co."

Learn about the latest research discoveries concerning the elusive Robert May & Company, the late eighteenth century contractor of the grand William Corbit House on the Appoquinimink. 

Apr 1, 2017 10:00AM to Jul 16, 2017 4:30PM

Photography Exhibit: "Definitely Delaware: Photographs by Kevin Fleming"

On exhibit for the first time in historic Odessa are the outstanding Delaware photographs by the renowned Delaware photographer Kevin Fleming.  Explore Delaware’s three counties through the highly detailed and perfectly composed photographs of iconic scenes and hidden treasures. 

Jun 22, 2017 6:00PM to 7:00PM

Presentation: "Who's Who in the Corbit House Guest Book?"

Discover the fascinating registry of visitors who autographed their names and often included their hometowns and states to H. Rodney Sharp’s The Corbit House guest book.