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Program: Paint An Animal Chalkware Figure

October 17, 2019

Children and adults alike, plan to come to the HOF Visitor’s Center to paint (glaze) an animal chalkware (ceramic) figure like the chalkware figures of the 19th century. Five to eight animal figures will be available for your choice which may include an eagle, turtle, lady bug, or beaver, among

Program: Paint An Animal Chalkware Figure

Artist Reception: H. Earl Abbott, Jr.

September 11, 2019

Meet the noted central Delaware artist H. Earl Abbott, Jr. and discover his picturesque artwork at the Historic Odessa Foundation’s Visitor Center, 6-8pm. This event is held in conjunction with the art exhibition, From the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal to the Mispillion River: One Artist’s Portrayal

Colonial Dance: Dover English Country Dancers

July 13, 2019

The Dover English Country Dancers and The Historic Odessa Foundation Request the honor of your presence at their 12th annual Colonial Dance! Members and the public are invited to participate in learning colonial dances that were popular in the 18th Century. People of all ages, couples, and singles

Colonial Dance: Dover English Country Dancers

Artist Reception & Book Signing: The Keepers of Color

June 8, 2019

Come meet and greet two distinguished Wilmington, Delaware artists and discover the celebrated Loper Tradition in art and its approach to painting. This event is held in conjunction with the current art exhibition, The Keepers of Color: Paintings by Marilyn Bauman and Edward Loper, Jr. (Tuesday, May

Artist Reception & Book Signing: The Keepers of Color

2019 Easter Egg Hunt

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Historic Odessa's annual Easter Egg hunt was held on Sunday, April 14, 2019 at the Wilson-Warner House. Toddlers to 5th graders joined in the fun with arts & crafts and pictures with the Easter Bunny.

Jane Mruk Photography

Read more about Jane Mruk Photography

Jane Mruk is a photographer who lives in the charming historic town of Odessa, Delaware, and has studio space just minutes away in Middletown. Jane provides an array of photography services capturing what makes your life special whether that is your newborn's first days, your teenager’s senior year in high school, your sweetheart, or your family’s beloved pet. She offers gorgeous custom wall artwork, as well as unique keepsake products, and high-end prints.

Artist Reception: The Odessa Paintings of David Ohlerking

April 3, 2019

In celebration of the prolific plein-air artist David Ohlerking, the Historic Odessa Foundation invites members and Odessans to a small reception to view the results of this “Pop-up” exhibit. Ohlerking created a spring buzz in the town of Odessa with his paintings of local residences, and by parking

Artist Reception: The Odessa Paintings of David Ohlerking

Opening Reception: Middletown High School Advanced Placement Studio Art Exhibit

April 5, 2019

An Opening Reception for the Middletown High School Advanced Placement (AP) Studio Art Exhibit will be held to meet and greet the talented student artists and their inspiring art teacher over some light refreshments on for Friday, April 5, 2019, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Historic Odessa Foundation

Opening Reception: Middletown High School Advanced Placement Studio Art Exhibit

David Ohlerking Exhibit

Read more about David Ohlerking Exhibit

For a very limited engagement, the Historic Odessa Foundation invited plein-air artist David Ohlerking to paint the picturesque town of Odessa. Stop by to watch Ohlerking draw a quick sketch of his subject and then paint in the colors in his individual style. Don’t miss the display of the results of this artist’s creativity in this “pop-up” exhibit at the Visitor's Center through April 3, 2019.

Pop-Up Exhibit: The Odessa Paintings of David Ohlerking

March 17 –April 3, 2019

For a very limited engagement the Historic Odessa Foundation is excited to present the Odessa paintings of plein-air artist David Ohlerking at their Visitor’s Center. Ohlerking was spotted at a nearby town painting local scenes and architecture and was enthusiastically invited to the National

Pop-Up Exhibit: The Odessa Paintings of David Ohlerking

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