Gambier
![Local Business: An economic enterprise solely based within the community, not a national franchise or chain store. Locally owned and managed, sources goods locally and reduces impacts associated with shipping, but not necessarily a green business. Local Business](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/category_pictures_7.gif)
![Organic/Local Food: Food grown close to where it is consumed, reducing shipping impacts and increasing freshness. Organic food is grown without pesticides (biocides), genetic modification or synthetic fertilizers. Minimally processed, with no chemicals or waxes added after harvesting. May include fair trade or direct trade practices. Organic/Local Food](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/category_pictures_3.gif)
![School: Landmark buildings that provide education and training to students of various age and grade levels. School](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/school.gif)
![Traditional Way of Life: Indigenous, pioneer or migrated peoples' traditions. Might be a settlement or ethnic enclave that is not assimilated into the prevailing culture. May be resources for learning about or visiting people living in traditional, more ecological or self-sufficient ways. Traditional Way of Life](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/traditional_way_life.gif)
![Historical Feature: Institution, monument or unmarked historical area with special significance to the community's sense of place and environment. Historical Feature](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/historical_feature.gif)
![Traditional Neighborhood: A residential area where inhabitants maintain age-old practices and ways of living. May include historic districts with architectural importance. Traditional Neighborhood](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/traditional_neighborhood.gif)
![Senior Friendly Site: An area where people who may have walking difficulties can enjoy nature and green living. May include areas where one can chat or relax, related organizations and resources, including senior centers and eco-meeting points. Senior Friendly Site](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/senior_friendly.gif)
Overview
Located in the heart of rural Ohio, Gambier often attracts local merchants who sell their goods to students and residents of the village. There is a noticeable Amish population, which serves to immerse students in a traditional way of life. Amish families often sell homemade pickles or jams to students.
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