Upcoming and Current Events

EXHIBITION: The Return of Odessa Artifacts

When the Historic Odessa Foundation re-opens the doors to its 18th-century museum homes on March 1, the biggest change will not be immediately visible: a significant collection of historic objects has quietly “returned home.”

Odessa High School: Advanced Placement Art & Design 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.

Spring Homeschool Day 2026 - SOLD OUT!

Homeschool families are invited to take a step back in time to explore the 18th century in historic Odessa. Our site offers a unique and well-documented picture of early American life in our interactive, hands-on educational workshops.

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. Savor the aromas of dishes cooked over an open fire using the tools, recipes and techniques commonly found in colonial Odessa. We focus our cooking today on dishes commonly served in the spring. Admission is included in the general tour.

2026 Spring Mahjong Mania

Mahjong Mania comes to Historic Odessa!

Flea Market at the Stone Barn

"One person’s junk is another person’s treasure!" Join Historic Odessa at the Barn (202 Main Street, Odessa) for its Annual Flea Market! Clean out your attic, basements and closets and join us for the resale shop of the year. All vendors are welcome! Each 10'x10' space is available for a $25 donation; bring your own tables, chairs, and tents! Set up begins at 7am and clean-up must be finished by 5pm. All donations benefit educational programming. Please contact Jennifer to reserve your space, (302) 378-4119. -or- Historic Odessa Foundation PO Box 697 Odessa, DE 19730

ART EXHIBIT: Common Ground: Landscapes, City Views, and Quiet Rooms

The Historic Odessa Foundation is pleased to present the paintings of Rolando Corpus on exhibition at their Visitor Center Gallery.

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. Savor the aromas of dishes cooked over an open fire using the tools, recipes and techniques commonly found in colonial Odessa. We’ll focus our cooking today on crops growing in our kitchen garden. Admission is included in the general tour.

PETITE EXHIBIT: Surprise: Mary's Pocket Watch

Surprise! A Tiffany and Co. pocket watch engraved with the Odessa owner’s name Mary Corbit Warner and the year 1911 was recently evaluated on the PBS television series Antiques Roadshow.

EVENT: America 250 - SAR Presentation

Join us as we celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial by hosting the Delaware Society of Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), Jaquette Chapter at a free public event.