Outten Brothers to Close After 78 Years

SALISBURY, Md. – Outten Brothers Home Furnishings is set to close its doors for the last time after 78 years of business.

The family-owned and operated furniture store was founded in 1947 by Edward Outten and his brothers, who together opened their Salisbury location in 1958. After Edward’s retirement in 1992, his son, Jeff, continued the business another two decades with his children – April, Michael and Jason. After three generations of being owned and operated, the business was sold to warehouse manager Roland Powell, Jr. in 2016. In 2023, Powell extended the Outten family legacy when he married Edward Outten’s granddaughter, April.

“Outten Brothers has always been about family, service, and community,” said Powell. “It’s been an honor to carry on this legacy, and April and I are deeply grateful to our customers for supporting us through the years.”

Over the years, the company has supported a wide range of charitable efforts, including Habitat for Humanity, Joseph House, Salvation Army, Tangier Classic, and numerous local churches, reflecting the family’s enduring commitment to giving back.

The final liquidation sale for Outten Brothers opens to the public on Oct. 2. The store says that home goods will be discounted at 65 percent, in addition to discounts on all furniture.

The building is also for sale, and interested parties may contact Powell at (410)742-4408. For more information on the liquidation sale, visit their website here.