Gambier

Gambier is a village in Knox County, Ohio, situated along the Kokosing River and centered on Kenyon College. The community spreads across a compact area with a downtown marked by tree-lined streets, college buildings, and residential blocks.

The village was founded in 1824 when an Episcopal Church supporter named Lord Gambier helped establish Kenyon College. This institution became the first Episcopal college in America and shaped how the settlement grew from its beginnings.

Kenyon College shapes daily life through readings, concerts, and theater productions that draw both students and local residents together. The campus and town center merge into one social space where learning feels like part of the community's identity.

The village is walkable from end to end, with the college campus and downtown area close together. Visitors find parking near the center and get around easily on foot to see most sights and shops.

The college here publishes the Kenyon Review, a literary magazine that has featured major American writers for generations. Writers and readers from across the country often visit specifically to connect with this long-standing publication.

Location: Knox County

Inception: 1824

Elevation above the sea: 329 m

Website: http://villageofgambier.org

GPS coordinates: 40.37640,-82.39670

Latest update: December 20, 2025 15:33