Book Sale: HOF Celebrates Library Month

HOF Celebrates Library Month with Book Sale Nonfiction duplicate books and magazine from the HOF Library include subjects on Architecture, Decorative Arts, Furniture, Delaware History and many others. Also available for sale, A Storied Past: Collections of Historic Odessa. Saturday, April 20th, 10am

Artist Reception: Charlese Phillips

Assemble to meet and welcome the wonderfully talented Delaware artist Charlese Phillips at an artist reception while encountering her multifaceted fiber artworks at the Historic Odessa Foundation’s Visitor Center. This event is held in conjunction with the art exhibition, Feeling Inspired: The Fiber

Workshop: Macrame Plant Hanger

Please join Charlese Phillips on Friday, May 10th for "Macrame Plant Hanger Workshop." Details: Friday, May 10th, 6pm - 9:30pm Fee: $60/person - includes all macrame materials. Participants are encourage to bring their own flower pot or one can be provided. Light refreshments and drinks. Workshop

Visitor Center at Collins-Sharp House – Saturday, April 27th

The showcase, Odessa High School AP Art and Design, will be closed this Saturday, April 27th, for a private event. We apologize for the inconvenience. Tickets for tours of Historic Odessa, can be purchased at the Collins-Sharp House (pictured) down the street from the Visitors Center and Cantwell's

Visitor Center at Collins-Sharp House – Saturday, March 16th

The showcase, Middletown High School Apr Art and Design, will be closed this Saturday, March 16th, for a private event. We apologize for the inconvenience. Tickets for tours of Historic Odessa, can be purchased at the Collins-Sharp House (pictured) down the street from the Visitors Center and

Petite Exhibit: “Women of Courage, Independence and Perseverance”

Historic Odessa celebrates Women's History Month. “Women of Courage, Independence and Perseverance,” a special petite case exhibit in the Wilson-Warner House will be offered as part of our general tour. Join us in exploring the lives of four extraordinary Wilson and Corbit women who exemplified

Photography Exhibit Reception: Erin Farrell

Join us for an exclusive opportunity to meet the talented professional photographer Erin Farrell. Engage with Erin as she shares her insights and answers your questions about her remarkable ability to capture beauty in the ordinary through her stunning collection of photographs. This reception is

Exhibit: Finding Beauty in the Ordinary: Photography by Erin Farrell

This photography exhibit entitled Finding Beauty in the Ordinary showcases a captivating collection of photographs that reflect Erin Farrell’s twenty year journey of becoming a seasoned professional photographer. Erin’s photographs skillfully document the essence of everyday life, revealing beauty

2024, HOF opens for Spring Tours!

Historic Odessa reopens for Spring tours on March 1. HOF is open to the public March through December, Tuesday through Saturday, 10 AM – 4:30 PM and Sunday 1 PM – 4:30 PM, Monday by reservation. Plan Your Visit » Historic Odessa: A 'Must-Do' in Delaware! Spring is a beautiful time to visit Historic

Workshop: Furniture Study with Philip D. Zimmerman, March 19th

For the past 20 years, Dr. Philip D. Zimmerman has been offering “furniture study days” at large, small, and in-between museums and historic houses (including one to Odessa in 2011). These days have morning and afternoon sessions, each of about 2-1/2 hours, separated by a box lunch. The sessions