Palmer Center
in Hampden County of Massachusetts, United States

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
42.181 and -72.315 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 42° 10' 52" and W -72° 18' 53"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dollar - USD
Spoken languages:
English, Spanish, French
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 10:33 AM (Thursday)
Timezone: America/New_York
UTC/GMT offset: -10 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
5:25 am and 8:05 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-34.350 and 115.167 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Flinders Bay
References
This place on Geonames.org
Current travel safety evaluation for United States in Northern America

Safety Score: 2,7 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United States.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United States. Last Update: 2024-05-16 08:19:50

Delve into Palmer Center

Palmer Center in Hampden County (Massachusetts) is a city located in United States about 336 mi (or 541 km) north-east of Washington DC, the country's capital town.

Current time in Palmer Center is now 10:33 AM (Thursday). The local timezone is named America / New York with an UTC offset of -4 hours. We know of 12 airports closer to Palmer Center, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest airport in United States is Westover ARB/Metropolitan Airport in a distance of 11 mi (or 18 km), West. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There is one Unesco world heritage site nearby. It's Statue of Liberty in a distance of 134 mi (or 215 km), South-West. Also, if you like playing golf, there are some options within driving distance.

Since you are here already, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Worcester, Hartford, Keene, Newfane and Johnston. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 13°C / 55 °F

Morning Temperature 13°C / 55 °F
Evening Temperature 13°C / 55 °F
Night Temperature 12°C / 53 °F
Chance of rainfall 26%
Air Humidity 97%
Air Pressure 1011 hPa
Wind Speed Gentle Breeze with 8 km/h (5 mph) from South-West
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 100% of sky
General Conditions Moderate rain

Thursday, 16th of May 2024

21°C (71 °F)
12°C (54 °F)
Broken clouds, gentle breeze.

Friday, 17th of May 2024

20°C (68 °F)
12°C (53 °F)
Light rain, light breeze, overcast clouds.

Saturday, 18th of May 2024

17°C (63 °F)
11°C (52 °F)
Light rain, gentle breeze, overcast clouds.

Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Palmer Motorsport Park Open House - November 2014

Published: November 18, 2014
Length: 45:19 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Frog Racing

The Palmer Motorsport Park race track opened its doors to SCCA members for a preview of what is likely to become one of the best tracks in the North East. Located in Palmer MA, it is just few...


Amtrak 57 Meets CSX Work Train at Palmer, MA!

Published: June 25, 2013
Length: 47:47 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: The Train Guy

I apologize for the shakiness, my tripod was home at the time, this was a surprise trip. While preparing to record Amtrak 57, the weekend southbound Vermonter at Palmer, MA AKA CP 83 on the...


Railfanning At Palmer 11/11/14

Published: November 12, 2014
Length: 41:48 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: MassachusettsCoastalRaifan1501

What is up to all my subscribers!!! On November 11th, I set out to Palmer to catch some trains i don't see often, like Amtrak, CSX, and the NECR. You guys get to see some rare trains too,...


Our 2011 Visit to Palmer, MA to Hold Bureaucrats Accountable

Published: October 30, 2012
Length: 45:01 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: FreeKeene

Pete Eyre from CopBlock.org and Ian from FreeKeene.com visited the Palmer, MA town offices back in 2011 in search of accountability regarding the bureaucrats stealing a peaceful man's home...


[HD] CSX Mixed Manifest Train Q427 at Palmer, MA

Published: June 28, 2014
Length: 26:23 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Long Hood Forward

WATCH IN HD!*** CSX Mixed Manifest Train Q427 at Palmer, MA May 11, 2013.


Railfanning Palmer 12/15/2014

Published: December 17, 2014
Length: 45:38 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Over3900

Made a trip out to the junction at Palmer MA, I managed to catch a good amount of action, seeing every railroad that goes through Palmer. First up was eastbound intermodel CSX Q022. Next...


Train Action in Palmer, May 2011

Published: June 14, 2011
Length: 26:40 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: jph0917

Random train action at Palmer Yard in Palmer, Massachusetts, May 2011. Mostly New England Central switchers moving cars around the yards. Filmed while I was on my vacation visiting Cory ...


WB Lakeshore Limited at Palmer (2012/11/03)

Published: November 05, 2012
Length: 27:48 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: TrainGuy247

The WB Lakeshore Limited at Palmer, Mass.


American Orient Express - Palmer, MA to Mansfield Depot, CT

Published: April 05, 2009
Length: 57:55 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: bshrdr

American Orient Express on the New England Central Railroad filmed between Palmer, MA and Mansfield Depot, CT on September 1, 2002.


Railfanning Palmer on April 25th (HD)

Published: April 28, 2014
Length: 31:26 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: TheViRoCo

www.facebook.com/ViRoCoProductions Available in High Definition! On Friday April 25, 2014, I made my way up to Palmer, MA to do some railfanning! I stayed there from 11:00am to 5:15pm. I...


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Palmer (CDP), Massachusetts

Palmer is a former census-designated place (CDP) in the town of Palmer in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 3,900 at the 2000 census. It is part of the Springfield, Massachusetts Metropolitan Statistical Area. The area is more commonly known as Depot Village, named for the ornate train depot built there by famed architect H.H. Richardson

Located at 42.1569, -72.3267 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Hampden County, Massachusetts, Springfield, Massachusetts metropolitan area

Camp Ramah

Camp Ramah is a network of Jewish summer camps affiliated with the Conservative Movement. The camps operate in the United States, Canada, and Israel. Ramah camps serve kosher food and are Shabbat-observant.

Located at 42.211, -72.313 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Camp Ramah, Conservative Judaism, Jewish summer camps, Summer camps in Wisconsin

Metropolitan Airport

"Metropolitan Airport" is also the former name of Van Nuys Airport Metropolitan Airport is a privately owned, private-use airport located in the town of Palmer, in Hampden County, Massachusetts, USA. It has one runway, averages 22 flights per day, and has approximately 24 aircraft based on its field. It was formerly a public-use general aviation facility with an FAA location identifier of PMX.

Located at 42.2233, -72.3114 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Airports in Massachusetts, Transportation in Hampden County, Massachusetts

Camp Ramah in New England

Camp Ramah in New England (CRNE), located in Palmer, Massachusetts, is one of the oldest Ramah summer camps, organized by the Jewish Conservative Movement. The camp traces its roots to Ramah Connecticut in 1953, followed by Ramah at Glen Spey, and has evolved into Camp Ramah in New England. The camp provides campers with a Jewish educational experience. Campers are known as "Ramahniks. " Ramah New England is known for its programs in sports, arts, Judaica, and Hebrew.

Located at 42.2094, -72.3132 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Camp Ramah, Youth organizations based in Massachusetts, Conservative Judaism, Jewish summer camps in the United States, Jews and Judaism in Massachusetts, Buildings and structures in Hampden County, Massachusetts, 1953 establishments in the United States

Palmer High School (Massachusetts)

Palmer High School is a public high school located in the town of Palmer, Massachusetts.

Located at 42.1874, -72.3384 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Schools in Hampden County, Massachusetts, Public high schools in Massachusetts

SS. Peter and Paul Parish, Three Rivers

SS Peter & Paul Parish is a Roman Catholic parish, designated for Polish immigrants in Three Rivers, Massachusetts, United States. It was founded 1903. It is one of the Polish-American Roman Catholic parishes in New England in the Diocese of Springfield in Massachusetts. Sts. Peter and Paul Parish merged with St. Anne Parish in 2010 to form Divine Mercy Parish in Sts. Peter and Paul's facilities.

Located at 42.1834, -72.3554 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Roman Catholic parishes and churches in Massachusetts, Roman Catholic parishes of Diocese of Springfield in Massachusetts, Polish-American Roman Catholic parishes in Massachusetts

Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish, Turners Falls

Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish - designated for Polish immigrants in Turners Falls, Massachusetts, United States. Founded 1909. It is one of the Polish-American Roman Catholic parishes in New England in the Diocese of Springfield in Massachusetts. The architect for the church was Donat R. Baribault of Springfield, MA

Located at 42.1834, -72.3554 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Roman Catholic parishes and churches in Massachusetts, Roman Catholic parishes of Diocese of Springfield in Massachusetts, Polish-American Roman Catholic parishes in Massachusetts

Converse Middle School (Massachusetts)

Converse Middle School is a public middle school located in the town of Palmer, Massachusetts.

Located at 42.1609, -72.3263 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Schools in Hampden County, Massachusetts, Public middle schools in Massachusetts


This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Palmer Centre, Palmer Center