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Oct 29 - Dec 29, 2024 | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm

Art Exhibit: The Colorful Paintings of Lee Kolbach (1928-2023)

Encounter the richly colorful paintings of the talented Delaware artist Lee Kolbach (1928-2023) from her private collection with several works on...

Nov 12 - Dec 29, 2024 | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm

Holiday Exhibit: PETER AND WENDY

This Christmas continue the tradition of touring the distinctive holiday exhibitions of recreating scenes from classic children’s literature at...

Nov 12 - Dec 29, 2024 | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm

2024 Storybook Trees

The Historic Odessa Foundation celebrates classic children’s literature and a love of reading by showcasing holiday trees decorated by community...

Dec 21 - Dec 21, 2024 | 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

2024 Demonstration: Festive Foods

Top off your holiday tour at the Collins-Sharp House as our costumed hearth cooks prepare a mouthwatering feast over a roaring fire.  Enjoy the...

Dec 21 - Dec 21, 2024 | 10:00 am

Visitor Center at Collins-Sharp – Saturday, December 21st

The Lee Kolbach art exhibit will be closed this Saturday, December 21st, for a private event. We apologize for the inconvenience.

18th Century Life

Five historic houses. More than 70 acres of surrounding property, outbuildings, and gardens. An outstanding private collection of household furnishings, fine and decorative arts. And programs and tours that bring this 18th-century enclave to life, all year long. 

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May 14, 2024

Exhibit: The Corbit – Sharp House, 250th Anniversary, 1774 – 2024

Celebrate the momentous occasion of the 250th Anniversary of The Corbit – Sharp House (1774-2024) by examining numerous Corbit family objects lovingly displayed throughout the...Read more

Sep 7, 2024

Save the Date: 11th Annual Odessa Brewfest

The annual Odessa Brewfest comes to historic Odessa on Saturday, September 7th, 2024. All attendees have access to food & merchandise vendors, live bands, sponsor...Read more

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