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Art Exhibition: The Ongoing Journey of Contemporary Quilt Artist Sarah J. Pavlik
Jul 5, 2023 10:00AM to Aug 27, 2023 4:30PM

Art Exhibition: The Ongoing Journey of Contemporary Quilt Artist Sarah J. Pavlik

Sarah Pavlik is a fiber and quilt artist.  In the studio her artistic process typically involves using a motif or configuration as inspiration in creating a composition. 

Wilson-Warner House
May 21, 2023 2:00PM to 4:00PM

Open House: Wilson-Warner House

Join us this spring, as we welcome visitors to tour the Wilson-Warner House.

Heather Lewis Workshop
Jun 15, 2023 10:00AM to 12:00PM

Art Workshop: Outdoor Sketching and Painting at HOF with Heather Lewis

This Art Workshop is set in the lovely gardens and grounds of the Historic Odessa Foundation.

participants sign up at Easter egg hunt
Apr 2, 2023 2:00PM to 4:30PM

2023 Annual Easter Egg Hunt - SOLD OUT

The Historic Odessa annual Easter Egg hunt taking place Sunday, April 2nd at the Corbit-Sharp House garden is sold out. The hunt is for toddlers to 5th graders—join the fun!

Reception
Jun 15, 2023 6:00PM

Reception: Everyday Life, Everyday People: The Work of Jack Lewis

What a wonderful evening opportunity to come out and view this spectacular collection of paintings by the beloved Bridgeville, Delaware artist Jack Lewis (1912-2012). 

General Store, Earlville, Maryland, 1942, Jack Lewis
May 2, 2023 10:00AM to Jul 2, 2023 4:30PM

Art Exhibition: Everyday Life, Everyday People: The Work of Jack Lewis

The Historic Odessa Foundation is honored to be the northern Delaware venue to exhibit the wonderful collection of paintings by the beloved Delaware Artist Jack Lewis (1912-2012). 

Elizabeth Gurney Fry
Mar 14, 2023 10:00AM to May 14, 2023 4:30PM

Petite Exhibit: Quaker Pioneer: Elizabeth Gurney Fry Sculpture

On display with accompanying contextual material is a small classical molded bisque porcelain bust of the English Quaker Elizabeth “Betsy” Gurney Fry (1780-1845), originally created in 1848 by the London sculptor Mary Rivers. 

MHS AP Art and Design Exhibit
Mar 28, 2023 10:00AM to Mar 31, 2023 4:30PM

Middletown High School Advanced Placement Art and Design Exhibit

The Historic Odessa Foundation is proud to showcase a representation of artworks created by the Advanced Placement Art and Design studio students of Middletown High School, under the direction of art teacher Kate Huffman.  These high school seniors have worked over the course of the school year, and beyond, to develop a studio process comparable to the college level.

Bansch
Apr 16, 2023 2:00PM to 3:30PM

Introduction to Archaeology - Digging More Than Dirt

The presentation is titled “Archaeology 101 - Introduction to Archaeology - Digging More Than Dirt”, presented by John Bansch, Volunteer Coordinator of Archaeology Projects, Historic Odessa Foundation.

Mar 12, 2023 1:00PM

Irish Dance Performance

Please join us as we welcome the Hester Academy of Irish Dance for a performance at the Visitors Center!

Oct 2, 2023 10:00AM

2023 Mahjong Mania

Mahjong Mania comes to Historic Odessa!

Zac Miller, Odessa High School
Apr 4, 2023 10:00AM to Apr 30, 2023 4:30PM

Odessa High School: Art Showcase 2023

The Historic Odessa Foundation is proud to showcase the creative talents of students from the Appoquinimink School District’s Odessa High School's art students.