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723 South Valley Way

Palmer, AK 99645

Phone: (907) 746-7668

Fax: (907) 745-7882

 

 

Many of the excellent photographs on this site are by local Palmer photographer Richard Estelle. To see more of his work, or to purchase these or other images, you can contact him directly by clicking here.

 

  • Palmer News

    • A Fish Story
      Check out this Anchorage Press article about Patricia Wade's new legend, and how she hopes it will impact Chickaloon Tribe.
    • Palmer Alaska News Blog
      A local girl reporting on buisnesses, attractions, places, news, and events in her home town.
    • The Frontiersman
      The MatSu Valley's tri-weekly newspaper carries local news, sports and opinion.
    • Palmer, Alaska Town Information
      All about local events and attractions.
    • Valley Fine Arts
      Whether you're looking to attend art shows, support local arts or even improve your own skills, the Valley FIne Arts Association is the place to learn about art in Palmer
    • Palmer Facts
      Learn some very interesting tidbits about Palmer from the Alaska Division of Community and Regional Affairs

  • Palmer Agriculture

  • Palmer History

    • Balto's True Story
      This site is devoted to the real history of the 1925 Nome Serum Run, the famous dog sled relay which brought initial relief to the citizens of Nome, Alaska, who were being struck down by a diphtheria epidemic in late 1924 and early 1925.
    • Palmer Historical Society and Colony House Museum
      The Palmer Historical Society keeps Palmer history alive in one of Palmer's original "Colony Houses," restored to its 1936 appearance.
    • Researching Our South Central Alaska Roots
      Think you're related to a character from Alaska's colorful history? This site has plenty of interesting historical and genealogical information.
    • See the Past for Yourself!
      Alaska's Digital Archives is a searchable database of images straight out of Alaskan History, including many pictures of the original Matanuska Colony.
    • Arthurdale Heritage
      Fascinated by the New Deal Colonies? Arthurdale was Palmer's sister project in West Virginia, and you can read all about it at this interesting site.
    • A Quick History of Chickaloon...
      ...including many current statistics concerning this fascinating community near Palmer.

  • About Alaska

    • What's Cool in Alaska
      A quirky and informative blog about all the aspects of Alaska's culture, style and identity that make it unique.
    • ShoreZone
      Interested in Alaska's coastal habitats and species? At this site you can learn all about it, and even fly the full 33,000 miles without leaving your chair

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