Marion Attractions
Marion has a long history and consequently offers a number of interesting historical sights and attractions. Visit Heritage Hall to see the Wyandot Popcorn Museum. The Huber Museum looks at the history of the Edward Huber Machinery, an important element in Marion's history. For something a little different see the The Buckeye Phone Museum with artifacts from the phone industry dating back to the 19th Century.
Of course wandering through downtown Marion is always an enjoyable past time with numerous shops, restaurants, and cafes.
Of course wandering through downtown Marion is always an enjoyable past time with numerous shops, restaurants, and cafes.
Harding Memorial
The Harding Memorial in Marion is the final resting place of President Warren G Harding and Florence Kling Harding. The white marble structure was completed in 1927 and is circular with many surrounding columns. President Harding was the 29th President of the United States and his tomb is the last of the elaborate memorials dedicated to deceased Presidents.
Huber Museum
The Huber Museum in Marion focuses on heavy equipment and the Huber Manufacturing Company. The collection includes an old time Steam Engine, a 1923 Cross-motor gas tractor, and other antique farm equipment.
Marion County Museum of History
The museum chronicles the area's history including the Harding Presidential Room, with exhibits about former U.S. President Warren Harding.
President Harding Home and Museum
Harding Home located in Marion is chock full of interesting information on President Warren G. Harding. Here visitors will find all manner of displays detailing the life and times of this president famous for his "front porch" campaign. The home was built in 1891 and wonderfully restored. The library next door was restored in 2005 to its original glory and is a very pleasant spot to linger.
Hours
May 28 to September 3
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
September 4 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 9:30 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always opened on:
Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May )
American Independance Day (July 4)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Stengel True Museum
The Stengel True Museum in Marion features weapons collections from Colonial times to the Civil War. In addition to the military items the museum also carries various other antique pieces including lighting fixtures and Indian artifacts.
Veterans Memorial Park
The Veterans Memorial Park in Marion is a quiet place to reflect on the heroes of America. A pleasant green space with nice flowers and historical plaques, the Veterans Memorial Park reminds us all of the ultimate sacrifice some members of the community made in the interests of their country.
Wyandot Popcorn Museum
Feel like a snack? Well the Wyandot Popcorn Museum in Marion is just the place for you! Here you will find the world's largest collection of popcorn making machines. The smell of fresh popped popcorn is overwhelming as are the many beautifully restored popping machines. The museum has been open and popping corn since 1982. Each year the Wyandot Popcorn Museum hosts the Marion popcorn festival, be sure to check if its happening when you are in town.
Hours
March 1 to April 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 |
May 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
November 1 to December 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
