The food writer Richard Olney grew up in Marathon. Marathon is the birthplace of John Olney, medical doctor and neuropathologist.
- CountyBuena Vista County
- Population230 (2020 U.S. Census)
The food writer Richard Olney grew up in Marathon. Marathon is the birthplace of John Olney, medical doctor and neuropathologist.
Marathon, Iowa gifts and souvenirs: 16 designs made from Marathon's own map, landmarks and history, from $16 to $95. Printed to order and shipped free in the USA.
| Popular | Price |
|---|---|
| Marathon Hometown Ornament | $23 |
| Marathon Varsity Crewneck | from $57 |
| Marathon Est. Tee | from $33 |
| Marathon Town Line Mug | from $26 |
| Marathon Market Tote | $37 |
Ceramic keepsake, gold ribbon, in 3 styles
Heavy-blend fleece, street map printed on the back
Red heavy-blend crewneck, knit-stitch town print
Soft Bella+Canvas jersey
Kids' Bella+Canvas jersey, youth sizes
Bella+Canvas toddler jersey
Bella+Canvas baby bodysuit
Glossy ceramic, dishwasher safe
Weatherproof, for the front walk
24″×16″, printed coir-look fibers, rubber back
12″×12″ printed wood, ready to hang
Soft-touch, zip cover
Sturdy all-over-print tote
Glossy top, cork back
Soft fleece, 50″×60″
20 oz, double-wall stainless
A post office called Marathon has been in operation since 1882. The name of the city commemorates the Battle of Marathon.
Adapted (trimmed) from the Wikipedia article Marathon, Iowa, revision 1380026916 by its contributors, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
We share a part of every Marathon sale with local partners, and we'd love to print from your collection. Old photographs, maps and postcards make the best keepsakes.
Partner with usA favorite landmark, your street, a school or team, an anniversary gift, a different product. Tell us and we'll get back to you by email.
Marathon's population was 230 in the 2020 U.S. Census, down from 237 in 2010.