Marion, Ohio: Hometown of President Warren G. Harding

Marion, nicknamed the City of Kings or the Popcorn Capital of the World, is located in north-central Ohio, USA, approximately 50 miles north of Columbus. It serves as the seat of Marion County and is the main city of the Marion micropolitan area. Major transportation routes include U.S. Route 23, State Route 423, and Marion Municipal Airport.

Founded in 1822, the city was named after American military officer Francis Marion and has a total area of 13.05 sq mi (33.81 km²). Whirlpool Corporation is the city’s largest employer. Marion is also home to a satellite campus of The Ohio State University (Ohio State University at Marion) and Marion Technical College.

Historical Landmarks and Attractions in Marion
Marion is rich in history and cultural landmarks. Key attractions include:

- Marion Palace Theatre
Located at 233 West Center Street (40.588611, -83.133611), the Marion Palace Theatre is a historic theatre with a capacity of 1,440 people. Designed by John Eberson, it opened on August 30, 1928, and was listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places on March 26, 1976.

- Old U.S. Post Office and Heritage Hall
The Old U.S. Post Office, located at 169 E. Church Street (40.586944, -83.127222), was built in 1910 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 28, 1990. Today, it operates as Heritage Hall, a museum run by the Marion County Historical Society, and houses the Wyandot Popcorn Museum.

- Marion Popcorn Festival
Marion is famous for its annual Marion Popcorn Festival, held every September, celebrating the city’s status as the Popcorn Capital of the World.

- Harding Tomb
The Harding Tomb in Marion Cemetery (40.573056, -83.123056) is the burial site of President Warren G. Harding and First Lady Florence Kling Harding. Built in 1926 and designed by Henry Hornbostel, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 16, 1976.

- Warren G. Harding Presidential Sites
Located at 380 Mt. Vernon Avenue (40.586448, -83.121772), this historic house museum served as the residence of President Harding. Built in 1891 in Queen Anne style, it is a U.S. National Historic Landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

- Marion Cemetery Receiving Vault
The Marion Cemetery Receiving Vault, built in 1879 and designed by D.W. Gibbs in Gothic Revival style, was added to the National Register of Historic Places on December 13, 1995.

- Marion Union Station
The historic Marion Union Station, located at 532 West Center Street (40.589370, -83.140607), opened on July 31, 1902, and closed on January 6, 1970. Today, it serves as a museum, showcasing the city's railroad heritage.