CHRISTMAS IN ODESSA
55th annual tour
Christmas in Odessa is a self-guided walking tour of private homes and public buildings, many dating from the 18th and 19th centuries, decorated for the holidays. The tour will take place on December 7, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. In addition to the house tour, we have many special events, which are included in the ticket price.
HISTORY
The first Christmas in Odessa was born 55 years ago as a fundraiser for the Women's Club of Odessa. Our purpose was to fund college scholarships for local high school seniors. With the help and cooperation of Odessa homeowners, we have provided over 155 scholarships. In addition, we have been able to contribute to many worthwhile community groups and projects. We are proud to make these contributions to our community, and we are fortunate to have the support of the many fine people who have encouraged us through the years.
Tour Prices
Tickets are $30.00 if purchased on the day of the tour. Children ages 6 to 12 are $5.00, and children under 6 years old are free. Tickets may be purchased at the Old Academy at the intersection of 4th and Main Street in Odessa.
ADVANCE TICKET SALES
Advance tickets are $25.00 and children ages 6-12 are $5.00. If ordering by mail, send a SASE with either a personal check or money order. We cannot accept credit cards by mail. Make checks payable to The Women's Club of Odessa. We will send tickets for all requests received by November 15th. Checks received after November 15th will be returned. Our mailing address is:
Christmas In Odessa Tickets
Women's Club of Odessa
P.O. Box 254
Odessa, Delaware 19730
(302) 378-4900
Tickets may also be purchased in advance at the Historic Odessa Foundation Visitors Center Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sunday, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Tickets go on sale November 1.
SPECIAL EVENTS
We have a wonderful Women's Club sponsored Christmas Craft Shop in the Appoquinimink Training Center, 118 South 6th Street, Odessa from 9:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Parking is available via Route 13 South.
We also sell freshly cut greens at the barn behind the Wilson-Warner House with demonstrations on wreath making and flower arrangements using the greens. White Pine, Magnolia, and Scotch Broom greens will be available this year.
The expanded Antique Shop will be held at Old St. Paul's, 506 High street. in Odessa from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
No tickets are required to any of these special events, so please come by!