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Historic Downtown Palmer Tour

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One of our possible stops includes the historic "Church of 1,000 Trees".
The Colony House Museum houses many colony-era artifacts. Visiting the museum is not always possible during our tour, but we walk by the museum and discuss the history.
The Matanuska Colony Project brough over 200 farmers to Alaska in 1935. Many of the buildings in downtown Palmer were constructed in 1935 and 1936.
Visitors are encouraged to visit the Colony House Museum after our tour is complete.
The Colony House Museum houses many colony-era artifacts. Visiting the museum is not always possible during our tour, but we walk by the museum and discuss the history.

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Overview

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 great for travelers who want a unique experience with locals, travelers interested in learning about the history of Palmer, and travelers who want a mellow, low-impact activity

During the 1930s the 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 2-3 historic buildings.

What's Included

  • Exclusive access to 2-3 historic buildings in the downtown area
  • Entrance to the Colony House Museum
  • Local Guide
  • Personal Purchases
  • Guide Gratituities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

South Valley Way
Palmer, AK 99645, USA

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Palmer Visitor Information Center

We will meet at the Palmer Visitor Center where we will start the trip with a review of what glaciers left behind thousands of years ago and how they've been integral to the area's agricultural story. We'll discuss the peoples who have called the area home for thousands of years - the Ahtna and Dena'ina.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Palmer

From the visitor center, we'll begin our walking tour of the downtown Palmer area, visiting local monuments and historic buildings along the way. At each stop we'll learn more about the Matanuska Colony Project and the influence it left on the small town of Palmer. We'll return to the Palmer Visitor Center and make recommendations for other things to do in the Palmer area.
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1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Historic Downtown Palmer Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Historic Downtown Palmer Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKDT).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Exclusive access to 2-3 historic buildings in the downtown area.
  • Entrance to the Colony House Museum.
  • Local Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Personal Purchases.
  • Guide Gratituities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 8..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Historic Downtown Palmer Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Historic Downtown Palmer Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Alaska. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Exclusive access to 2-3 historic buildings in the downtown area
  • Entrance to the Colony House Museum
  • Local Guide
  • Personal Purchases
  • Guide Gratituities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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