Colony Days Special: Historic Palmer Walking Tour
A behind-the-scenes look at Palmer's most historic buildings
About
During the 1930s, Palmer's roots as a farming community grew with the Matanuska Colony Project. Over 200 families relocated to the Palmer area under the New Deal. Many of Palmer's downtown buildings were constructed during the 1930s.
We'll take a walk back in time, learning about what made the area so enticing for farmers, how the project unfolded, and the influence it left on our town.
During our time together, we will walk about 1 mile on paved sidewalks through downtown Palmer's historic district. On the tour, we will visit 2 historic buildings.
Other things we will discuss during our time together: Ahtna and Dena'ina influence in the traditional land use in the area Glaciology of the Palmer valley * Palmer today
Highlights
Get a behind-the-scenes look at Palmer's downtown area. This tour offers the opportunity to connect with a local guide to hear stories from the area's past and present.
This trip is ideal for:
- Travelers who want a unique experience with locals.
- Travelers interested in learning about the history of Palmer.
- Travelers who want a mellow, low-impact activity.
What's included
- A local guide
- Exclusive access to 2 historic buildings in the downtown area
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes to walk in
- Comfortable attire, we will be walking about one mile during our trip
- Small backpack
- Additional layers (hat, gloves, light jacket)
- Rain gear - If you have it, carrying both rain pants and a rain jacket is recommended
- Water (1-2 liters recommended)
- Light snacks
- Routine medications
Cancellation
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