Located in Marion, Ohio, the Harding Home Presidential Site was the home of the 29th president, Warren G. Harding, and his wife, Florence. Upon arrival, visitors will enter the Press House, a cottage built for the press that covered Harding's 1920 presidential campaign. Visitors will then go on a guided tour through the Harding Home. Those interested in presidential history and President Harding will enjoy the site, since the majority of the rooms and objects are original to Harding's time.
Best and Worst Times to Visit the Harding Home Presidential Site
The best time to visit the Harding Home Presidential Site is from May 2-November 1, Wednesday-Sunday, from 12-5 p.m. The Harding Home Presidential Site is in its offseason the rest of the year, so those wishing to visit the site during that time are required to schedule a tour in advance by emailing the Harding Home through its website or by phone at 1-800-600-6894.
Must See/Do at the Harding Home Presidential Site
Make sure to look inside the mobile voting booth located next to the Press House, which is the same type of voting booth that voters in the Midwest used when they voted for President Harding in the 1920 Presidential election.
Stop back inside the Press House after your tour to buy souvenirs from the gift shop inside.
Although photography isn't allowed inside the Harding Home, you can take pictures outside, so walk around the grounds and take some pictures before you leave.
Admission at the Harding Home Presidential Site
Admission prices to the Harding Home Presidential Site range from $3-$7. Visitors can receive a discount if they are AAA members. Friends of Harding Home, Ohio History Connection Members, Marion Technical College students and staff, and active military members and their families can visit the home for free.
Parking and Public Transportation at the Harding Home Presidential Site
It is easiest to travel to the Harding Home Presidential Site by car, since the city of Marion has limited public transportation. The Harding Home Presidential Site has its own parking lot located behind the Harding Home.
Food at the Harding Home Presidential Site
The Harding Home Presidential Site does not serve food, but there are several restaurants within a five minute drive of the site. One of the best restaurants in town is Payne's Pizza & More, located at 1624 Marion-Mt. Gilead Road; a five minute drive from the Harding Home Presidential Site. Payne's Pizza is known for their nine inch sub sandwich specials, which include chips and a drink.
Insider Tip for Visitors to the Harding Home Presidential Site
To get the full Harding experience, visit the Harding Memorial, the burial site of President Harding and his wife, Florence. The memorial is less than a five minute drive from the Harding Home Presidential Site and is located at the intersection of Vernon Heights Boulevard and Delaware Avenue. The Harding Memorial is free and open to the public year-round.
Miranda Roehler has lived in Northwest Ohio for her entire life. She studied Creative Writing and History at The University of Findlay and has been published in multiple international journals.