Gambier, Ohio facts for kids
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Gambier, Ohio
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Location of Gambier, Ohio
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Location of Gambier in Knox County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Knox |
| Township | College |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.94 sq mi (2.43 km2) |
| • Land | 0.94 sq mi (2.43 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,056 ft (322 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,213 |
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2,330 |
| • Density | 2,361.79/sq mi (911.88/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
43022
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| Area code(s) | 740 |
| FIPS code | 39-29246 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2398940 |
| Website | http://www.villageofgambier.org/ |
Gambier (pronounced GAM-beer) is a small village in Knox County, Ohio, United States. In 2020, about 2,213 people lived there. Gambier is well-known because it is home to Kenyon College.
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History of Gambier
Gambier was founded in 1824. The village was named after Lord Gambier. He was an important person who helped start Kenyon College.
In the 1960s, a Japanese writer named Junzo Shono lived in Gambier for several years. He wrote a popular book about his time there. The book was called A Sojourn in Gambier.
In May 2020, Gambier made history. It became the first town in Knox County to pass laws protecting LGBTQ+ people from discrimination. This means everyone in Gambier is treated fairly.
Geography and Location
Gambier is located along the Kokosing River. This river adds to the natural beauty of the area.
The village covers a total area of about 0.94 square miles (2.43 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
People of Gambier
Gambier is a diverse place with people of many backgrounds. The population changes a bit over time, often depending on the number of students at Kenyon College.
Who Lives in Gambier?
According to the 2010 census, there were 2,391 people living in Gambier. Most residents were White (90.5%). Other groups included African American (2.8%), Native American (0.2%), and Asian (2.0%). About 2.8% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in the village was about 21.2 years old. This is because many young people attend Kenyon College. Most residents (79.6%) were between 18 and 24 years old.
Education in Gambier
Gambier offers good educational opportunities.
- Elementary School: Mount Vernon City Schools operates Wiggin Street Elementary. This school is located right in the village.
- Kenyon College: Kenyon College is a private college that has been in Gambier since 1824. It is an Episcopal institution.
- Public Library: Gambier has a public library. It is a branch of The Public Library of Mount Vernon & Knox County.
Famous People from Gambier
Many notable people have lived in or had connections to Gambier. Some of them include:
- Margaret L. Bodine: A talented photographer.
- Sean M. Decatur: A chemist and former president of Kenyon College.
- John Green: A popular author known for books like The Fault in our Stars. He is also a famous YouTuber.
- Rutherford B. Hayes: The 19th President of the United States of America.
- Allison Janney: A well-known actress.
- P. F. Kluge: An author, who wrote Biggest Elvis: A Novel.
- Robie Macauley: A newspaperman and author.
- Paul Newman: A famous actor.
- Olof Palme: A former Prime Minister of Sweden.
- Herbert T. Perrin: A U.S. Army officer.
- Joan Slonczewski: A biologist and science fiction writer.
See also
In Spanish: Gambier (Ohio) para niños
