Upcoming Events

Lafayette Ladle
Mar 1, 2025 10:00AM to Sep 28, 2025 4:00PM

Petite Exhibit: Lafayette Ladle

Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s triumphal return tour of the United States that endured from July 1824 to September 1825 by viewing a rare artifact from his visit on display at the National Historic Register Wilson-Warner House. 

Odessa High School Advanced Placement Art and Design Showcase
Apr 1, 2025 10:00AM to Apr 27, 2025 4:00PM

Art Exhibit: Odessa High School Advanced Placement Art and 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 Treats
Apr 12, 2025 10:00AM to 3:00PM

Saturdays at the Hearth: Ready for Spring

Explore the Collins-Sharp House with your guide as our costumed interpreters capture the sights and flavors of authentic 18th century cooking. 

Easter Egg Hunt 3-24-24
Apr 13, 2025 2:00PM

2025 Annual Easter Egg Hunt

The Historic Odessa annual Easter Egg hunt taking place Sunday, April 13th at the Corbit-Sharp House garden. The hunt is for toddlers to 5th graders—join the fun!

Two Lights for Tomorrow logo
Apr 18, 2025 7:30PM to Apr 19, 2025 10:30AM

COMMUNITY SERVICE EVENT Two Lights For Tomorrow

Join the Historic Odessa Foundation in celebrating a DE250 event commemorating the start of America’s semiquincentennial (1776-2026) while commemorating Paul Revere’s midnight ride as we place two lights in our Visitor Center windows on Friday, April 18th symbolizing our commitment to our community and a brighter future for all.

Friday, April 18 dawn to dusk for the overnight lights at the HOF Visitor Center

Saturday, April 19, 10am for the community service event at the Collins-Sharp House kitchen garden

Apr 29, 2025 10:00AM to Jun 29, 2025 4:00PM

ART EXHIBIT Becoming One: Spirit, Nature, & Form The Art of Deborah Johnson

Confront the fine art created by the multi-talented Magnolia, Delaware artist Deborah Johnson straight from her collections at her Falling Leaf Studio.