As the dog days of August approach, the Odenton Heritage Society will unveil a special display, ‘Dog Days: Conversations with Odenton Canines,’ at our August open house.

Early photographs of Odenton residents and their dogs — each identified by name — have been selected from the Society’s rich collections. In this unique display, the dogs themselves ‘tell’ the story of their daily lives and their owners’ involvement with important aspects of Odenton history, from railroad work in 1900 to modern highways of the 1930s and local law enforcement by a Justice of the Peace. Meet these pets of the past and enjoy guided tours of the Society’s other displays about Odenton, the town that railroads built, led by our costumed Railroad Conductor docent.

The Odenton Heritage Society Museum is open on the first Sunday of every month from 1–4 PM. Admission is always free. While you’re here, please consider becoming a member — your support helps us continue our all volunteer mission to preserve and protect the history of Odenton.