Thank you to our members for their generosity and continued support of our mission to preserve and protect this National Historic Landmark site for the people of Delaware, and our community. Enjoy the magic of the season!

Historic Odessa Foundation’s 34th annual tradition of transforming an historic house into a Christmas exhibition of classic children’s literature.  The National Historic Landmark Corbit-Sharp House becomes wonderfully adapted into scenes based upon the cherished story, Oliver Twist; or, The Parish Boy’s Progress written by the treasured British author Charles Dickens (1812-1870) and published in 1838.  Guests will be captivated with the classic room vignettes to include those of the chaotic streets of London, the repressive workhouse boardroom, the adored Mr.