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All the United States Ohio Marion

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Marion

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Marion, Ohio

Updated March 3, 2017

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Warren G. Harding Tomb

Marion, Ohio

President Warren G. Harding's Tomb

This presidential tomb was not dedicated until years after Harding's death due to personal controversy.
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Marion, Ohio

Merchant Ball

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Warren G. Harding Home.

Marion, Ohio

Warren G. Harding Presidential Home

Featuring one of the most complete and original collections of Presidential memorabilia, this is the site of the last front porch presidential campaigns.
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Site of our 19th President’s home and our 1st Presidential gas station

Delaware, Ohio

The Rutherford B. Hayes Birthplace Gas Station

A gas station has taken the place of the home of the 19th American President.
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