The Harding Centre

09/05/2026

We're collecting memories of the old Hotel Harding, and we want yours.

Got an old snapshot from the hotel? A wedding party, a dance, a night in the lobby?

Any good stories? A stay, a shift, a few drinks?

Share it here:

Memories of the Hotel Harding, 1924 to the early 1970s—signed by the guests, staff, and neighbors who were there.

09/04/2026

Three things Marion's known for: popcorn, the Panama Canal, and a president nobody defends.

We're fixing the third one.

On September 17, author Ryan S. Walters is flying in from Texas to defend Warren live—right here in the Harding Centre ballroom.

Doors open at 2, he speaks at 4, signing to follow.

Share this post for a chance to win a free signed copy of his book, The Jazz Age President: Defending Warren G. Harding.

Part of Ohio Open Doors 2026.

09/03/2026

The Harding Centre is a proud participant of Ohio Open Doors 2026—the statewide celebration where historic buildings across Ohio open their doors to the public, September 10–20.

We're opening ours with Ryan S. Walters, author of The Jazz Age President: Defending Warren G. Harding.

Historians almost always rank Warren G. Harding dead last. Ryan says they're wrong, and he's bringing the evidence to Marion.

Thursday, September 17, Harding Centre, Marion, Ohio.

Open house 2–6 PM, author talk at 4 PM, meet-and-greet and book signing to follow. Free admission.

Giveaway: comment that you're coming to enter for a signed copy, drawn at random, 18 winners in total.

Share to help us spread the word!

Harding Presidential Sites
Marion Area Chamber of Commerce
Downtown Marion, Inc.

09/01/2026

Have you seen this sign at The Harding Centre? Look for it the next time you in Downtown Marion, scan the QR code, and learn more about our history!

08/31/2026

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Ohio State Marion will celebrate a major milestone in its commitment to the Marion community with the grand opening of the Downtown Engagement Hub on Wed., September 16, 2026, from 4-6 p.m. at 146 N. Main Street, Marion, OH 43302. RSVP info on flyer.

08/28/2026

🥃✨ Come out to Fable Bar & Co. and try our Nickey’s Downtown!

Strong, spiced, smoky, and subtly sweet, this candied pecan Old Fashioned is packed with cozy and bold flavors. 🍂 Featuring our house-made candied pecan simple, Ohio-local bourbon, and perfectly paired spiced bitters, this cocktail is then smoked with hickory chips and topped with a candied pecan. 🌰

And we love the Nickey’s Downtown for more than just a cocktail but also as a subtle nod to several family favorites and a little piece of the inspiration behind our family business. ❤️✨

Come grab a seat and a drink, and enjoy one with us. Cheers! 🐇✨

08/26/2026

A view from the top!

Looking for a new place to live? Check out The Harding Centre!

08/26/2026

08/22/2026

STUDENT HOUSING AVAILABLE!

🏫Looking for an apartment for the upcoming school year? The Harding Centre is perfect for OSUM students! Cozy, historic, and downtown, offering walkability to shops, coffee, and restaurants while being close to campus.

📞If you, your college student, or someone you know is looking for student housing, give us a call at 740-223-3288!

🚶‍♀️Live in a historic space that's walkable to cafes, bars, restaurants, salons, and entertainment!