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Exhibition: Capturing Light: Landscapes of the Delmarva and Beyond

July 25 –October 15, 2017

From the rolling dunes of Cape Henlopen State Park and Cape Cod National Seashore to the industrial buildings surrounding Baltimore Harbor, this selection of paintings by Denise Dumont reflect the artist’s view of the landscape of the Delmarva Peninsula and beyond. Painting: Last Snow Prime Hook

Exhibition: Capturing Light: Landscapes of the Delmarva and Beyond

How Does Your Garden Grow?

May 21, 2017

Kitchen gardens were an essential part of daily life in historic Odessa. Walk through the Collins-Sharp garden and explore the wide range of plants which were cultivated for use in cooking, medicines and even the cleaning bucket. Gather herbs and flowers to create your own 18th century sachet. Cost

Cantwell's Tavern Outdoor Summer Series: Patio Party

May 27, 2017

The Cantwell's Tavern Patio Party is back! On Saturday, May 27, you can enjoy grilling on the patio with special menu at Cantwell's Tavern and a Tap Takeover by Mispillion Brewing Co. There will also be live music for you to enjoy from 5 - 8pm. For more information, please contact Cantwell's Tavern.

Cantwell's Tavern Outdoor Summer Series: Patio Party

Cantwell's Tavern Outdoor Summer Series Opening Night!

May 21, 2017

On Sunday, May 21, from 6 - 10pm you can bring your own blanket and join an outdoor movie with your family. Beer and wine will be for sale and the Roaming Raven Food Truck will be offering your favorite foods! This outdoor movie event kicks off Cantwell's Tavern Outdoor Summer Series! Movie starts

Cantwell's Tavern Outdoor Summer Series Opening Night!

Kevin Fleming Reception

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HOF members met the renowned Delaware photographer, Kevin Fleming at his photography exhibition of beautiful Delaware photographs at the Historic Odessa Foundation. In conjunction with the photography exhibit, Definitely Delaware: Photographs by Kevin Fleming, the photographer was in attendance to give brief remarks and take questions related to the exhibition. Learn more »

Fashion Exhibit

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The two companion TexStyles exhibits, “Classic Colonial” and “Fashionably Federal”, have come to the historic houses of Odessa from Tuesday, April 4, 2017 – Friday, October 13, 2017. This exhibit features the collections of reproduction clothing and accessories spanning the last quarter of the 18th century through the first two decades of the 19th. Learn more »

Photographer Presentation and Book Signing

June 1, 2017

On June 1st, renowned photographer Kevin Fleming will conduct a gallery tour of his photography exhibit at the Historic Odessa Foundation’s Visitors Center. This presentation is in conjunction with the amazing photography exhibit, Definitely Delaware: Photographs by Kevin Fleming. Meet Kevin Fleming

Photographer Presentation and Book Signing

Photography Seminar led by Kevin Fleming - SOLD OUT!

May 6, 2017

On May 6th, in conjunction with the photography exhibit, Definitely Delaware: Photographs by Kevin Fleming, the award winning photographer Kevin Fleming will host a full day photography seminar at the Historic Odessa Foundation. Participants will learn how Kevin photographs portraits, landscapes

Photography Seminar led by Kevin Fleming - SOLD OUT!

Closed: Tuesday, March 14, 2017

March 14, 2017

Due to the impending snow storm, Historic Odessa will be closed on Tuesday, March 14. Please check back for an update on Wednesday's hours. Stay safe!

Photographer Reception: Definitely Delaware

April 6, 2017

Plan to meet the renowned Delaware photographer, Kevin Fleming at his photography exhibition of beautiful Delaware photographs at the Historic Odessa Foundation. In conjunction with the photography exhibit, Definitely Delaware: Photographs by Kevin Fleming, the photographer will be in attendance to

Photographer Reception: Definitely Delaware

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