Wilberforce, OH

Located just outside Xenia, Wilberforce is a quiet, close-knit community with deep roots in higher education. The town centers around two historic institutions, Wilberforce University and Central State University, alongside Payne Theological Seminary and the National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center. Living here means enjoying a calm, scenic countryside setting shaped by generations of African American history. Everyday shopping and dining are easy to handle in neighboring Xenia, making Wilberforce a peaceful home base with a strong sense of pride and community.