About Palmer
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Set between two distinct ranges of towering,
snowcapped mountains, Palmer began as a farming
community and served as a gateway to the Alaska interior
for fur traders, trappers, gold miners and those wanting
to live life on the frontier.
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In 1914, farmer John Bugge started his farm where the
intersection of the Palmer-Wasilla and Glenn highways are now.
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Palmer was the seat of government until the incorporation
of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough in 1964.
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Since the late 1980s, Palmer has experienced steady growth.
Many improvements have been made in the areas of sewer,
water, streets, sidewalks, and police and fire protection.
Expansion of the airport and the industrial park areas has
also contributed to local growth.
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While Palmer has seen slower growth than neighboring Wasilla,
it has retained the small-town feel and charm that sets it apart
and draws visitors year after year.
