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The ‘Union County Giant’ House

The historical home of Colonel Noah Orr, also known as the “Union County Giant” who stood at 7ft 8ins.

Marysville, Ohio

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Colonel Noah Orr was born on September 19, 1836, in Union County. His claim to fame was his incredible height of 7 feet and 8 inches tall and weight of 500 pounds. He toured with the circus around the country and performed as a “giant” from the 1850s to the 1880s. This building would be his final home and place of passing when he died here on July 1, 1882.

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The ‘Union County Giant’ House
118 W 6th St
Marysville, Ohio, 43040
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40.235563, -83.367839
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