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Oct 14, 2013 10:00AM to 3:00PM Myth-understandings WorkshopKEYNOTE SPEAKER: |
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Jun 1, 2013 2:00PM to 4:00PM Lecture: "Dear Lou: Civil War Letters from Capt Charles Corbit"- Members FreeWhen 25-year old Odessa Captain Charles Corbit rode into Westminster, Maryland, with his inexperienced 1st Delaware Cavalry just a few days before the Battle of Gettysburg, he had no idea that 24 hours away his little band would collide with famed Confederate cavalryman J. E. B. Stuart leading 6,000 Rebel horsemen... but then, Stuart had no idea that he was about to face 101 Delawareans... |
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May 1, 2013 10:00AM to May 15, 2013 4:30PM Summer Internship 2013 |
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May 4, 2013 8:00AM to 2:00PM HOF Participates in Community Yard Sale at the Library!Yard Sale participants are invited to a free hearth cooking demonstration in the Collins-Sharp house, located directly across from the library. |
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Dec 27, 2013 7:00PM to 8:30PM Holiday Candlelight TourYou are invited to step back in time through the doors of the Historic Odessa Foundation and explore the Christmas traditions of yesteryear! Participants experience a special candlelight tour of our 2013 holiday exhibit and enjoy champagne and festive treats in front of a roaring fire at the Collins-Sharp House, c.1700. |
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Dec 6, 2013 7:00PM to 8:30PM Holiday Candlelight TourYou are invited to step back in time through the doors of the Historic Odessa Foundation and explore the Christmas traditions of yesteryear! Participants experience a special candlelight tour of our 2013 holiday exhibit and enjoy champagne and festive treats in front of a roaring fire at the Collins-Sharp House, c.1700. |
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Nov 13, 2013 10:00AM to Dec 25, 2013 4:30PM 2013 Storybook TreesPlease join us for a tour of this festive display of over 30 trees decorated by local families, schools, and organizations showcasing books and works of children’s literature. Our Storybook trees exhibit is designed to promote reading and literacy, and is appropriate for all age groups. |
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Sep 12, 2013 2:00PM to 5:00PM Antiques Identification DayBring your antiques and family treasures for identification! Debbie Buckson, HOF Executive Director, Betty Fiske, HOF Contract Conservator, and Jack Jacobs, Independent Antiques Picker will be on hand to discuss your family heirlooms, their condition, and care. Reservations are required and participants are limited to 2 objects per person. |
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Jun 27, 2013 2:00PM to 4:00PM Attic Treasure and Antique Furniture: What you need to know when purchasing for your collection!Please join us for this informative workshop designed for the beginning collector. Well known “antiques picker” Jack Jacobs, who was mentored by the late George W. Thomas of Odessa, has scoured regional auctions and estate sales for last 25 years in search of extraordinary objects. |
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Jul 15, 2013 11:00AM to 4:30PM Volunteers Visit Hammond Harwood House, the "Jewel of Annapolis"As part of our 2013 Guide Training Program HOF Docents are invited to join us for a visit to the spectacular Hammond Harwood House in Annapolis, Maryland. This National Historic Landmark was built in 1774 for the 25 year old tobacco planter, Matthias Hammond, and was the last building project of renowned colonial architect William Buckland. |
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Apr 15, 2013 10:00AM to 12:00PM For Volunteers: Appoquinimink Friends Meeting: Yesterday and TodayAs part of our 2013 Guide Training Program, HOF Docents are invited to attend this lecture given by Mr. Harvey Zendt. Harvey is a member of the Wilmington Monthly Meeting and the Society of Friends, and Harvey is Custodian for the Odessa Friends Property. He will answer frequently asked questions about Friends Meeting and Friends who are also known as Quakers. |
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May 6, 2013 10:00AM to 12:00PM For Volunteers: Navigating the HOF Library and Archives!As part of our 2013 Guide Training Program HOF Docents are invited to spend the morning with Rita Ryor, HOF Librarian, and Ellen Walsh, Research Volunteer, exploring our ever expanding library! |