HOF Participates in "Christmas in Odessa"

The first "Christmas in Odessa" took place 49 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

By Invitation Only: Members Holiday Party - SOLD OUT!

The Board of Directors and Staff of the Historic Odessa Foundation invite you to attend the 11th Annual Member Holiday Party Monday, December 14 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Cantwell’s Tavern in historic Odessa, Delaware. Reservations are limited! R.S.V.P. Jennifer Cabell (302) 378-4119 Tickets are $25

Holiday Candlelight Tour

You are invited to step back in time through the doors of the Historic Odessa Foundation and explore the Christmas traditions of yesteryear! Participants experience a special candlelight tour of our 2015 holiday exhibit and enjoy champagne and festive treats in front of a roaring fire at the Collins

2015 Holiday Candlelight Tour

You are invited to step back in time through the doors of the Historic Odessa Foundation and explore the Christmas traditions of yesteryear! Participants experience a special candlelight tour of our 2015 holiday exhibit and enjoy champagne and festive treats in front of a roaring fire at the Collins

Holiday Candlelight Tour 2015 Hosted by the Curator - SOLD OUT

Get into the Christmas spirit by attending a special evening candlelight guided tour offered by the curator of the Christmas exhibit, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland at the National Historic Register, Wilson-Warner House. The curator will describe the inspiration and process behind the furnishings

Fairy Tale Time

Join the Historic Odessa Foundation and the Corbit-Calloway Library as we read excerpts from “Alice in Wonderland” and then tour our holiday exhibit after decorating delicious holiday cookies. We welcome parents and children for storytime, cookie decorating and a tour of our holiday exhibit. Holiday

HOF Quilters Sew In

On August 18th from 10 – 3 there will be a "Sew In" of invited quilters and needlewomen. The day will include a chance to sew with others with similar interests. Participants should bring their projects, and sewing equipment. Bring a bag lunch, beverages will be provided. During the day there will

Hearth Cooked Dinner - Sold Out!

Join us for an evening of fine food, drink and merrymaking as the staff from the Historic Odessa Foundation serves a hearth cooked dinner of mouth-watering dishes using the recipes, tools and techniques of the 18th century. Savor our delicious British Punch and assorted appetizers by the fire before

2015 Storybook Trees Registration Begins

Please join us in this festive display of over 30 trees decorated by local families, schools, and organizations showcasing books and works of children’s literature. Our Storybook trees exhibit is designed to promote reading and literacy, and is appropriate for all age groups. Participants choose a

2015 Historic Odessa Brewfest

Historic Odessa Brewfest tickets go on sale June 1, 2015! Visit the Odessa Brewfest » The Odessa Brewfest festival returns in 2015 with even more beer, food, music and fun. The Brewfest brings the finest regional and national craft breweries, local gourmet food, artisanal products, live music and