Art Exhibition: SEASONS: Pastels by Katie Cassidy

The Historic Odessa Foundation is delighted to present in the Visitor Center the colorful pastel drawings by the talented Easton, Maryland artist Katie Cassidy. Katie is well known for her light filled impressions of flowers and landscapes while she maintains that she sees paintings in everyday life

Odessa High School: Art Showcase

The Historic Odessa Foundation is proud to showcase the creative talents of students from the Appoquinimink School District’s Odessa High School's 9th and 10th grade art students. Come and admire the imaginative artwork created by the talented Odessa High School’s 9th and 10th grade art students

2022 Demonstration: Festive Foods

Top 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.

2022 Demonstration: Festive Foods

Top 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.

Deck The Halls! - SOLD OUT!

Families are invited to join in festive holiday preparations as we craft holiday cards and decorations. Light refreshments will be offered. Cost is $10 for each guest/ $5 for members and reservations are required. Please call 302-378-4119 or 302-378-5562.

By Reservation: Storybook Time (Older Children)

Join HOF and the Corbit-Calloway Library as we read excerpts from this year’s Historic Odessa Foundation’s featured work of classic children’s literature. Children's Storytime in Odessa Afterward, use you creative skills to decorate delicious holiday cookies before exploring our holiday exhibit

By Reservation: Storybook Time (pre-K and Kindergarten)

Join HOF and the Corbit-Calloway Library as we read excerpts from this year’s Historic Odessa Foundation’s featured work of classic children’s literature. Children's Storytime in Odessa Afterward, use you creative skills to decorate delicious holiday cookies before exploring our holiday exhibit

Saturdays at the Hearth: Fireside Feasts

“Fireside Feasts” Explore the Collins-Sharp House with your guide as our costumed interpreters capture the sights and flavors of authentic 18th century cooking. Savor the aromas of dishes cooked over an open fire using the tools, recipes and techniques common in colonial Odessa. We’ll focus our

Let's Explore Mr. Corbit's Tannery - SOLD OUT!

Sign a contract and become an apprentice in Mr. Corbit’s tannery. Learn about the “art and mystery” of the tanning trade. Unique events for children Make your own, take-home leather project…for children six and older. Cost is $15.00 per person or $10 for member; reservations are required. Call

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. Savor the aromas of dishes cooked over an open fire using the tools, recipes and techniques commonly used in