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Five historic houses. Nearly 30 acres of surrounding landscape, buildings and gardens. An outstanding collection of household furnishing, fine and decorative arts. Programs and tours that bring the 18th-century village to life all year long.

As a Member you're entitled to a full year of free and discounted opportunities. Thank you for your generous support of Historic Odessa's educational programs and preservation initiatives.

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Gifts and Bequests

Your gifts to the Historic Odessa Foundation are used to support the general operation of the Foundation, including the restoration, preservation and protection of the Historic Odessa property, buildings and collection. In addition, the Foundation conducts a variety of community programs and events that inspire school children and inform the general public about its history.

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Corporate Giving

We offer several options for corporate giving, including cash, charge, wire transfer or stocks and mutual funds. Also find information on giving precious historical objects.

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Honor Roll of Donors

Honoring the generosity of gifts to the Historic Odessa Foundation. 

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The Historic Odessa Foundation is a recognized 501(c)(3) charitable organization, eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions. The Foundation operates on an annual $500,000 budget, 72% of which is funded through voluntary memberships and contributions.

From the Collection

Large deep plate or charger

Historic Odessa Foundation, gift of H. Rodney Sharp
1750-1800
The firm of Pomeroy and Beers produced an atlas in 1868 called the Atlas of the State of Delaware. It was the first atlas ever published of the State of Delaware. The multi-page atlas included counties, major towns and cities including Odessa, DE.