Odenton Heritage Society

The mission of the Odenton Heritage Society is to preserve, promote and protect the history and traditions of Odenton, Maryland. Nestled between Annapolis, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. Odenton is a town filled with history dating back more than 150 years. The town grew out of the convergence of major and minor railroads that connected the three cities. This junction meant that Odenton was the place travelers changed trains to continue their journey. Odenton stands as a prime example of the role that railroads played in creating vibrant communities in the United States. Today, evidence of that rich history remains in older homes, churches, and businesses in Odenton’s historic district.

The society educates the public about the history of Odenton by developing programs and materials about the town’s history, publishing a membership newsletter about Odenton history, and maintaining a free museum and research room. The society undertakes preservation projects and owns three historic buildings located in the original town center: Old Bethel Church; Citizens State Bank (National Register of Historic Places); and The Old Masonic Hall (added to National Register of Historic Places in July 2022).

Mailing Address:
P. O. Box 282
Odenton, Maryland 21113
Email:  [email protected]

The Museum is located at:
1367 Odenton Road
Odenton, Maryland 21113

Old Bethel Church
433 Waco Avenue
Odenton, Maryland 21113

Citizens State Bank
1402 Odenton Road
Odenton, Maryland 21113