Spring Homeschool Day 2025 - SOLD OUT!

Homeschool families are invited to take a step back in time to explore the 18th century in historic Odessa. Our site offers a unique and well-documented picture of early American life in our interactive, hands-on educational workshops. Unique events for homeschoolers This spring, we will feature our

HOF Celebrates Harriet Tubman Day - By Reservation Only!

Celebrate Harriet Tubman Day by visiting our National Park Service Network to Freedom exhibit, “Freedom Seekers: the Odessa Story”. HOF celebrates the role of local underground railroad agents and the life of Harriet Tubman since her birth in Dorchester County, Maryland. “Freedom Seekers: the Odessa

Fireside Cooking

By the middle of the 19th century, most homes in Odessa were preparing meals over kitchen stoves; however, for many working class families and enslaved people, cooking over an open hearth was still common. Join us for a look at the cooking techniques, recipes and Afro-Caribbean influences that

Freedom Seekers: The Odessa Story

In celebration of Black History month, the Historic Odessa Foundation invites visitors to explore the local history of the Underground Railroad and Odessa's role in the abolitionist movement. Nationally recognized as part of the United States National Park Service Network to Freedom and as a stop on

HOF Participates in “Christmas in Odessa”

The first “Christmas in Odessa” took place 61 years ago as a fundraiser for the Women’s Club of Odessa. The purpose was to fund college scholarships for local high school seniors. With the help and cooperation of Odessa homeowners and the Historic Odessa Foundation, the Women’s Club of Odessa has

Flea Market at the Stone Barn

"One person’s junk is another person’s treasure!" Join Historic Odessa at the Barn (202 Main Street, Odessa) for its Annual Flea Market! Clean out your attic, basements and closets and join us for the resale shop of the year. All vendors are welcome! Each 10'x10' space is available for a $10

2025 Mahjong Mania

Mahjong Mania comes to Historic Odessa! Mahjong at Historic Odessa Please bring your Mahjong game (if you have one) and your Mahjong 2025 card Cost: $40, includes lunch catered by Cantwell's Tavern: RSVP September 29th. Please call 302-378-4119 or email registration form to jennifer.cabell

2025 Storybook Trees Registration

To reserve a tree for the 2025 Holiday Tour season or for more information on creating a tree with your family, club, or school visit, please download and submit the registration form via fax or email. Storybook Trees for the Holidays The Historic Odessa Foundation celebrates classic children’s

2025 Annual Easter Egg Hunt

The Historic Odessa annual Easter Egg hunt taking place Sunday, April 13th at the Corbit-Sharp House garden. The hunt is for toddlers to 5th graders—join the fun! Sign up! Reservations are limited! Event Details Designated areas will be set aside for the four different age groups. Following the hunt

Irish Dance Performance

Please join us as we welcome the Hester Academy of Irish Dance for a performance at the Visitors Center! St. Patrick's Day is Monday, March 17th, and to celebrate, Historic Odessa is once again hosting a dance performance by the Hester Academy of Irish Dance @hesteracademyirishdance, which is