Upcoming Events

Exhibit The Corbit – Sharp House, 250th Anniversary, 1774 – 2024
May 14, 2024 10:00AM to Oct 27, 2024 4:30PM

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 National Historic Landmark house.

Photography by Erin Farrell
Jul 2, 2024 10:00AM to Sep 1, 2024 4:30PM

Exhibit: Finding Beauty in the Ordinary: Photography by Erin Farrell

This photography exhibit entitled Finding Beauty in the Ordinary showcases a captivating collection of photographs that reflect Erin Farrell’s twenty year journey of becoming a seasoned professional photographer. 

part of a Pottery Collection
Aug 27, 2024 10:00AM to Oct 29, 2024 4:00PM

Petite Exhibit: Rockingham, Bennington, or Yellow Ware: A Pottery Collection

Collectors commonly refer to the mass produced brown glazed yellow earthenware pottery interchangeably with the broad names Rockingham and Bennington. 

The Paintings of Laussat Richter Rogers
Sep 3, 2024 10:00AM to Oct 27, 2024 4:30PM

Art Exhibit: An Artist for all Seasons: The Paintings of Laussat Richter Rogers (1866-1957)

Rediscover the plein air paintings by the multi-talented early 20th century New Castle, Delaware artist Laussat Richter Rogers on exhibit from private collections from across the state and some on display publicly for the first time. 

Sep 14, 2024 10:00AM to 4:00PM

Saturdays at the Hearth: Harvest Time

“Harvest Time”  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. 

Sep 20, 2024 10:00AM to Oct 31, 2024 4:30PM

2024 Storybook Trees Registration

To reserve a tree for the 2024 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.

ARTISAN CRAFT WORKSHOP SERIES: Marbleized Paper
Sep 21, 2024 10:00AM

ARTISAN CRAFT WORKSHOP SERIES: Marbleized Paper

Immerse yourself in a monthly American craft workshop series where participants will create an artform using traditional materials and methods taught by experts in each craft to include baskets, bandboxes, hooked rugs, marbleized paper, and floorcloths.  Take home a wonderful hand crafted keepsake.

Sew-In
Sep 23, 2024 9:30AM to 4:30PM

Workshop: Quilters Day: Annual Sew-In

This daylong workshop provides the opportunity for quilters and other needle workers to come together with their materials and necessary equipment to sew and share fellowship. 

Fall Homeschool day
Sep 29, 2024 9:00AM

Fall Homeschool Day, 9am SOLD OUT!

Join us for a school tour sampler designed just for homeschoolers.  Take your family back in time to explore the 18th century in colonial Odessa.  Our site offers a unique and well-documented picture of early American life in our interactive, hands-on educational workshops.

Fall Homeschool day
Sep 29, 2024 1:00PM

Fall Homeschool Day, 1pm SOLD OUT!

Join us for a school tour sampler designed just for homeschoolers.  Take your family back in time to explore the 18th century in colonial Odessa.  Our site offers a unique and well-documented picture of early American life in our interactive, hands-on educational workshops.