The Odenton Heritage Society advocates for the history of Odenton and encourages others to preserve and protect the town’s historic character. 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. It is the desire of the Odenton Heritage Society to preserve this history, even as the town grows as a hub for new development and population growth.