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Squash
Jun 11, 2022 10:00AM to 4:00PM

Saturdays at the Hearth: Tomatoes, Peppers and Squash

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

Fresh from the Garden
May 14, 2022 10:00AM to 4:00PM

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. 

Spring Treats
Apr 9, 2022 10:00AM to 4:00PM

2022 Saturdays at the Hearth: Spring Treats

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

Spring Homeschool Day
Apr 7, 2022 9:00AM

Spring Homeschool Day - 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. 

Field Trip Fair
Mar 5, 2022 10:00AM

Field Trip Fair at Winterthur

Looking for field trip ideas to spark your students’ imaginations in history, science, art, and more?

Mar 10, 2022 10:00AM

Harriet Tubman Bicentennial

HOF celebrates the role of local underground railroad agents and the life of Harriet Tubman marking 200 years since her birth in Dorchester County, Maryland.  “Freedom Seekers: the Odessa Story” will be free to the public.

Egg Hunt
Apr 10, 2022 2:00PM

2022 Annual Easter Egg Hunt - SOLD OUT!

Historic Odessa's annual Easter Egg hunt takes place Sunday, April 10th at the Wilson-Warner House. The hunt is for toddlers to 5th graders—join the fun!

Mar 6, 2022 2:00PM

Celebrating Dr. Seuss's 118th Birthday

Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday with Historic Odessa Foundation. Party with a reading of Cat in Hat followed by family friendly arts and crafts.

HOF opens for Spring
Mar 1, 2022 10:00AM

2022, HOF opens for Spring Tours!

Historic Odessa reopens for Spring tours on March 1. HOF is open to the public March through December, Tuesday through Saturday, 10 AM – 4:30 PM and Sunday 1 PM – 4:30 PM, Monday by reservation. Plan Your Visit »

Feb 9, 2022 12:00PM to Feb 23, 2022 3:00AM

Freedom Seekers: The Odessa Story

In celebration of Black History month, the Historic Odessa Foundation invites you explore the local history of the Underground Railroad in Delaware.  

Holiday Party
Dec 9, 2021 6:00PM

By Invitation Only: 2021 Members Holiday Party - SOLD OUT!

This event is SOLD OUT !

Associate Curator Candlelight Tour
Dec 23, 2021 5:00PM

Holiday Candlelight Tour Hosted by Associate Curator SOLD OUT!

Get into the Christmas spirit by attending a special evening candlelight guided tour offered by the curator of the Christmas exhibit, Little Women, or, Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy at the National Historic Register, Wilson-Warner House, c. 1769.