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The Historic Odessa Foundation
is a non-profit organization dedicated to the
preservation of the restored Historic Houses of
Odessa.
The houses are unique examples
of the architectural heritage of Delaware's colonial
past and historic landmarks of the town, surrounding
area, and the State.
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The Historic Houses of Odessa
is an enclave of 18th and early 19th century
buildings which includes the Corbit-Sharp House
(c.1774); Wilson-Warner House (c. 1769);
Collins-Sharp House (c. 1700); Brick Hotel (c.
1822); and Odessa Bank (c.1853). Within the houses,
the Historic Odessa Foundation's collection of over
4000 objects spans an interpretive period in
regional decorative arts from 1760 through 1850.
What sets the Historic Houses of Odessa apart from
many other historic sites is the accuracy of its
period rooms and furnishing plans. In addition to
many pieces of original family furniture made by
prominent Delaware cabinetmakers of the 18th
century, the collection includes major works of
regional paintings, prints, textiles, silver,
pewter, and other metals. The Foundation's
collection is steeped in Delaware history and rich
in the finest examples of mid-Atlantic
craftsmanship.
Mission
The mission of the Historic Odessa Foundation is to
preserve and encourage the use of it's historic
buildings by the general public, students, and
scholars in order to learn and appreciate the
history, architecture, daily life, and furnishings
of Delaware's colonial period with the anticipation
that this process will contribute to the quality of
life in the town of Odessa and the region.
The Historic Odessa Foundation
became incorporated in January 2005, and the
property and collections were transferred from their
former owner, Winterthur, to the foundation in April
2005. The site officially re-opened to the public on
December 3, 2005.
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