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Mar 14, 2023 10:00AM to May 14, 2023 4:30PM Petite Exhibit: Quaker Pioneer: Elizabeth Gurney Fry SculptureOn 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. |
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Mar 28, 2023 10:00AM to Mar 31, 2023 4:30PM Middletown High School Advanced Placement Art and Design ExhibitThe 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. |
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Apr 16, 2023 2:00PM to 3:30PM Introduction to Archaeology - Digging More Than DirtThe presentation is titled “Archaeology 101 - Introduction to Archaeology - Digging More Than Dirt”, presented by John Bansch, Volunteer Coordinator of Archaeology Projects, Historic Odessa Foundation. |
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Mar 12, 2023 1:00PM Irish Dance PerformancePlease join us as we welcome the Hester Academy of Irish Dance for a performance at the Visitors Center! |
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Oct 2, 2023 10:00AM 2023 Mahjong ManiaMahjong Mania comes to Historic Odessa! |
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Apr 4, 2023 10:00AM to Apr 30, 2023 4:30PM Odessa High School: Art Showcase 2023The Historic Odessa Foundation is proud to showcase the creative talents of students from the Appoquinimink School District’s Odessa High School's art students. |
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Jun 19, 2023 12:00PM to 2:00PM HOF Celebrates Juneteenth - SOLD OUT!The Historic Odessa Foundation recognizes Juneteenth, the traditional celebration dating to 1865 commemorating the end of slavery in America. Tours of the National Park Service Network to Freedom exhibit: “Freedom Seekers: the Odessa Story” will be offered free of charge and open to the public. |
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Dec 6, 2023 11:00AM By Reservation: Storybook Time (pre-K and Kindergarten)Saint Nicholas Arrives on Saint Nicholas Day (December 6th)! Join HOF and the Corbit-Calloway Memorial Library as we read excerpts from this year’s Historic Odessa Foundation’s featured work of classic children’s literature. |
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Dec 16, 2023 10:00AM to 3:00PM 2023 Demonstration: Festive FoodsTop off your holiday tour at the Collins-Sharp House as our costumed hearth cooks prepare a mouthwatering feast over a roaring fire. Enjoy the sights and aromas typically enjoyed in the 18th century during the festive holiday season. |
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Dec 9, 2023 10:00AM to 3:00PM 2023 Demonstration: Festive FoodsTop off your holiday tour at the Collins-Sharp House as our costumed hearth cooks prepare a mouthwatering feast over a roaring fire. Enjoy the sights and aromas typically enjoyed in the 18th century during the festive holiday season.
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Oct 14, 2023 10:00AM to 3:00PM Saturdays at the Hearth: Fall's Bounty“Fall’s Bounty” 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. |
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Sep 29, 2023 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. |