We are pleased to offer several suggestions for locally-sourced treats and gifts. This crowd-sourced list represents some Kenyon community favorites, but does not serve as an endorsement of any vendor or product.
Kenyon College Bookstore
740-427-5652
Located in the middle of the Village of Gambier, the Kenyon College Bookstore is an important hub in Kenyon’s academic and literary life. Gift certificates are available.
Pak Mail
740-392-6245
Pak Mail provides domestic and international shipping with a selection of carriers and overnight services. From ordinary to awkward, priceless to sentimental — and everything in between — Pak Mail will carefully pack and ship items of any size and weight across the state or around the world. Additionally, Pak Mail can pick up and store belongings for the summer months or while studying abroad.
Birds of a Feather
114 Gaskin Avenue, Gambier | 919-610-0729
Birds of a Feather Bake Shop and Boutique features fresh-baked goods, local gifts and a variety of themed care packages.
Half Baked Cafe and Catering
3 W. High Street, Mount Vernon | 740-326-9509
Local-owned, award, winning, scratch-made bake shop, which specializes in pastries, cakes, pies, cheesecakes and more. Gift certificates are available, and advance ordering is recommended. Mention partner code KY43022 for up to 10% off your order.
Marlow Salon Spa
112 Gaskin Avenue, Gambier | 740-485-5693
The salon offers hair, nail and massage services.
Paragraphs Bookstore
229 S. Main Street, Mount Vernon | 740-392-9290
An independent bookstore in downtown Mount Vernon, Paragraphs carries books, cards, gifts, puzzles and more. Gift certificates are available.
The Weather Vane
103 Scott Lane, Gambier | 740-427-3636
This charming clothing boutique is located behind the Kenyon Inn. Gift certificates are available.
Wiggin Street Coffee
101 E. Wiggin Street, Gambier | 740-233-3009
A coffee shop and eatery in Gambier. Gift certificates are available.
Williams Flower Shop
16 S. Main Street, Mount Vernon | 740-392-2076
Williams Flowers Shop offers fresh flowers, candy, balloons and gift baskets of fruit or other snacks.
All students receive mail and packages at the Campus Mail Center, located in Gund Commons and operated by the College.