The Kent Flea

The Kent Flea The Kent Flea is a monthly indoor and outdoor market set at the historic Marvin Kent home. The history of the home follows. The Homestead of Marvin S. Mr.
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The Kent Flea and Makers Market is held at the historic Marvin Kent Home. All proceeds go towards the care and maintenance of this special place. Kent

Marvin Kent was born in Ravenna, Ohio and was heavily involved in business with his father Zenas Kent from a very young age. Later he served as a bank president and as an Ohio state senator. During the 1860s he was instrumental in establishing the

Atlantic and Great Western Railroad and located the railroad shops in the village of Franklin Mills. In 1864 the town was renamed Kent in honor of and in gratitude of Marvin Kent's efforts. On June 7, 1880 the first stone was laid for the homestead. Construction was performed partially by locals and partly by master craftsmen from as far as New England. The architect was Isaac Tuttle of neighboring Ravenna. Kent searched all over Northern Ohio for the finest wood for the home. When an old covered bridge was torn down a few years earlier (approx.1876), he took what he thought was the finest pieces and prepared it in the Alpaca Mill in Ravenna. They were carved and placed in the home, somewhere near the west entrance. They are believed to be the three arched headers in the west entrance hall and in the main center hall. The elaborate, interior woodwork was performed by master craftsmen brought in from New York City and Cleveland. They lived in Kent until their work was finished, boarding in the DePeyster home on South Mantua Street. The walls and partitions of the home are solid brick. The foundation walls and entrances are very thick sand stone. The sloped portion of the roof was slate. The flat portion and gutters of the roof were tar and felt. When the family moved into the home in 1884, it boasted 7335 finished square feet with twenty rooms, including the ballroom and ten fireplaces, each with unique tile and carved wood mantles. During the time the Kent family lived in the homestead they hosted many notable guests including four U.S. Presidents; Benjamin Harrison, William McKinley, William Howard Taft, and Warren G. Harding, either before or after their term. These special guests slept in the southeast, second floor bedroom. This room remains much the same as it did then. This unique room has a separate, attached washroom with an ornate sink and warm and cold running water. The warm water came from assistors located on the third floor. One additional feature original to the home was a central vacuum cleaning system for all three floors. It was operated with a bellows and a treadle mechanism in the basement. The third floor was used as a ball room until the death of Kitty Kent the wife of William S. Kent, son of Marvin Kent. She was badly burned by a fire in the ballroom and died the next day. It was then closed to all social functions and used only for storage. The property originally had a wrought iron fence that encircled it. The fence was removed in 1917 and used for armament during the First World War. It was later replaced with the low brick wall that is present today. Most of the interior and exterior of the homestead remain much as it was when the Lodge took possession in 1923 except for an added metal fire escape on the east side which accesses the three floors. Marvin Kent often commented that he intended the homestead to be a monument to the Kent family. The homestead, which is in good structural condition, is in need of continual maintenance and care if the homestead is to be preserved. It is open to private tours.

The next market is Saturday, June 13th - just a week before Father’s Day. There’s something for everyone!📍 409 W. Main S...
06/01/2026

The next market is Saturday, June 13th - just a week before Father’s Day. There’s something for everyone!

📍 409 W. Main Street, Kent, OH

05/31/2026

Meet Our Season-Long Vendors | Part 1

You will find the rooms and lawn of the historic Marvin Kent home filled with artisans, crafters and makers. It’s the perfect place to dive into local history and locate the perfect gift for yourself or a loved one. Handmade jewelry, woodcraft, candles, metal art, soap, gourmet sweets, jams and much more.
409 W. Main St.
10 -4
lots of free parking

Thanks again, everyone! If you have any photos or videos from our May event, feel free to send them our way!We will see ...
05/18/2026

Thanks again, everyone! If you have any photos or videos from our May event, feel free to send them our way!

We will see you again Saturday, June 13th from 10am-4pm.

If you have any interest in being a vendor, please email [email protected]

05/13/2026
One of the most important missions of the Kent Flea is the care and maintenance of the historic Marvin Kent Home, built ...
05/13/2026

One of the most important missions of the Kent Flea is the care and maintenance of the historic Marvin Kent Home, built in the 1880s — and today we’re excited to share some visible progress with all of you… a brand new roof! 🏠

Every vendor space, every shopper visit, every shared post, and every bit of support helps make projects like this possible. We know many of our vendors and supporters care deeply about preserving this beautiful piece of Kent history, and we wanted you to see the direct impact of your participation.

Thank you for helping us continue to protect and preserve the Marvin Kent Home for future generations. Your support truly makes a difference. ❤️

Treat Mom to something sweet at the Kent Flea today! From homemade baked goods and macarons to fudge, cookies, pastries,...
05/09/2026

Treat Mom to something sweet at the Kent Flea today! From homemade baked goods and macarons to fudge, cookies, pastries, and other delicious treats, there’s no shortage of goodies to take home and share. Stop by, shop local, and pick up something special for Mother’s Day! 💐🍪🧁
10 - 4
409 W. Main

🌟 Calling all artists, crafters, and treasure hunters! Vendor applications for the Kent Flea & Makers Market are almost ...
01/14/2026

🌟 Calling all artists, crafters, and treasure hunters! Vendor applications for the Kent Flea & Makers Market are almost here! Watch your inbox—it’s coming in a couple of days! 📩

Want to join the fun but not on the list? Email [email protected] to snag an application.



*Typing away with moral support from Jack, Scooter, Kelly (snoozing in her little doggie bed) and Pinky and Quinn always at my feet.

Happy New Year from Kent Flea & Makers Market ✨We’re thankful for the memories, the makers, and the magic — and we’re so...
01/01/2026

Happy New Year from Kent Flea & Makers Market ✨
We’re thankful for the memories, the makers, and the magic — and we’re so excited for what’s coming next. Here’s to a wonderful 2026!

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409 W. Main Street
Kent, OH
44240

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