History of Memorial Hall

The history of our location dates all the way back to 1888, when a group of Marion women formed the Women’s Relief Corps. Their focus was to provide a gathering space for Civil War veterans.

Memorial Hall was the home of the WRC for 50 years, and eventually was purchased by Paul and Jeanne Matthews in 2013.

In May of 2016 the Uptown Snug opened their doors and became a gathering place once again!