Our History
The Olympic Valet Garage stands on a site with a rich history dating back to the early 20th century. Originally home to the Olympic Theatre, completed in 1908, the venue brought motion pictures to life with a live orchestra beginning in 1911. Over time, it transitioned to burlesque performances before closing its doors in 1928.
The theater was later demolished to make way for a sleek, seven-story Art Deco building, first serving as a car dealership before evolving into a parking garage. The structure retains its architectural elegance, with layered brick pilasters emphasizing its height and a distinctive cornice adorned with ribbed concrete panels and stylized floral motifs.
In November 2024, the Olympic Garage was acquired by local investors committed to revitalizing both its historic charm and modern functionality. Plans include enhanced customer service and the addition of a climate-controlled lounge, offering a comfortable space for guests while they wait for their vehicles.
Conveniently located and steeped in history, the Olympic Valet Garage seamlessly blends past and present, delivering a refined parking experience with a touch of classic elegance.
Richard Johnson | Morning
Richard has worked at the Olympic Valet Garage for 13 years. He has worked for other garages, but enjoys the spirit of the Olympic! Richard enjoys creating good-natured nicknames for all of our monthly patrons and you can always find him with a smile on his face!
Bryan Mertens | Morning
Bryan joined the Olympic Valet Garage in 2023. He was a fine arts major in college and worked for 25 years in internet development. He is also a talented musician playing throughout Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky. Bryan enjoys building relationships with all of our patrons and trying to make life better for those around him.
David Hardin | Evening
Dave joined the Olympic Valet Garage in 2021. Dave lives and works in Northern Kentucky, and he works for a property management company. He is passionate about working hard and helping his teammates grow and thrive every day. Dave is a natural leader and truly enjoys working at the Olympic!
Mary Patterson | Evening
Mary joined the Olympic Valet Garage in 2022. She grew up in Lexington, Kentucky, and has four children. She’s the ultimate people person and has the biggest heart for anyone in need. Mary excels at creating raving fans at the Olympic by doing the little things to make our patrons’ experience remarkable!
Richard Woodson | Evening
Richard (Woody) joined the Olympic Valet Garage 12 years ago. He has a son and a 13-year-old daughter. He grew up in California and spent time in Virginia and Wyoming working at shipyards. Woody has the best hair on staff, but you’ll rarely see it because it’s covered up! Woody brings a level of professionalism to the job every day and he truly care cares about the Olympic patrons.
Tim Huff | Morning
Tim joined the Garage in January 2025. He spent eight years in the army, and he now coaches high school sports in Northern Kentucky. He is quiet, but is a rich storyteller. Tim enjoys the camaraderie at the Olympic and he values working with great people every single day!