Historical Old Salem, Inc.
In 1903, the growing Salem Lutheran congregation moved to the new location in Catonsville, after which the old church was used less and less. Over the years the property deteriorated and was in need of a major renovation.
In 1976, a group of interested Catonsville people organized Historical Old Salem, Inc., the purpose of which was to restore and preserve Old Salem Church and site. Through a 99-year lease the organization accepted the responsibility for the care and custody of the building and grounds.
Fortified with a substantial grant for the Maryland Historical Trust, annual membership contributions, memorials and subsequent grants, the restoration got under way. The work is continuing as funds become available.
Because the up-keep and restoration of Old Salem and the cemetery is on-going, the OLD SALEM TRUST FUND was established in 1989.
"to provide and assure a financial means to continue the restoration and preservation of the Old Salem Church and adjoining cemetery grounds into the future."
Contributions may be forwarded to:
Historical Old Salem, Inc.
P.O. Box 9347
Catonsville, MD 21228