The Buckeye State is home to all sorts of unique museums and quirky attractions that showcase fond memories of yesteryear. (Be sure to check out this carousel museum.) The Wyandot Popcorn Museum in Marion pays tribute to one of everyone’s favorite snacks. Here, you’ll learn all about the history of this iconic treat and get to observe some rare antiques you won’t find anywhere else in the world.
Housed in a former Post Office building and the current Marion Heritage Museum, the Wyandot Popcorn Museum is a hidden gem for those who enjoy quirky history.
wyandotpopcornmus.com Address: 169 East Church Street, Marion, OH 43302.
Beneath a colorful circus tent, you’ll get to observe the world’s only complete collection of popcorn machines and the history of Wyandot Popcorn Co.
Kristin R/Trip Advisor You can visit Wednesday - Sunday from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. in May - October. Winter hours are Saturday - Sunday from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. in November, December, March and April.
This one-of-a-kind museum features the largest collection of restored popcorn antiques in the world. (For more popcorn history, check out the J.H. Fentress Antique Popcorn Museum in Holland, Ohio.)
Kristin R/Trip Advisor Please note: The Wyandot Popcorn Museum is closed in January and February and on holidays.
The historic popcorn wagons and peanut roasters are especially fascinating to see. Many are a century-old and all have been restored to their original condition.
Kristin R/Trip Advisor Admission is $6 for adults and $3 for children 6 - 17 years old. Tickets also include admission to the rest of the Marion Heritage Museum. For more information, click here.
Of course, your trip to this fun little museum wouldn’t be complete without indulging in the snack itself. Free popcorn is available for visitors.
Kristin R/Trip Advisor This is one day trip destination the whole family will love.
Have you ever been the to the Wyandot Popcorn Museum before? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!
wyandotpopcornmus.com
Address: 169 East Church Street, Marion, OH 43302.
Kristin R/Trip Advisor
You can visit Wednesday - Sunday from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. in May - October. Winter hours are Saturday - Sunday from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. in November, December, March and April.
Please note: The Wyandot Popcorn Museum is closed in January and February and on holidays.
Admission is $6 for adults and $3 for children 6 - 17 years old. Tickets also include admission to the rest of the Marion Heritage Museum. For more information, click here.
This is one day trip destination the whole family will love.
For more unique and fun museums in Ohio, check out our previous article: The Enchanting Carousel Museum In Ohio The Whole Family Will Love Exploring.
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