a non-profit corporation

Situated in Palmer, Alaska, the Musk Ox Farm is a private non-profit organization dedicated to the development and domestication of the musk ox, Ovibos moschatus for the purpose of providing additional subsistence income opportunities for Alaska’s first people.
The Musk Ox Project began to introduce a gentle, non-intrusive form of agriculture to the Arctic in 1954. Our musk oxen are the foundation of an Alaskan cottage industry for natives living in remote coastal villages.

The soft under-wool of the musk ox, qiviut, is harvested once a year and delivered to Oomingmak, an Alaskan native knitter's co-operative. The knitters work at home in Eskimo villages throughout Alaska creating scarves, nachaqs (Eskimo smoke rings) and luxurious caps. Each village has it's own signature pattern derived from traditional designs. For more information about qiviut and the native knitter's cooperative, link to www.qiviut.com.

Every year we host thousands of visitors who come to view the animals, learn about the project and take advantage of this unique opportunity to see and photograph one of the Arctic's oldest living species. For a truly Alaskan experience, come visit the farm and take an informative tour led by a knowledgeable guide. See tame cows, powerful bulls, and newborn calves that will make your heart melt.
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Current Events/Announcements:        

Click link for Photos from Running with the Bulls 2009 RUNNING WITH THE BULLS

Volunteers are always welcome call for more information 745-2353

Winners!! 2009 Raffle - December 15th: Diane Willett Grand Prize: Qiviut Blanket ● Gail McHenry 2^nd Prize: Stole ● Bob McCorkle 3^rd Prize: Smoke Ring ● Robert Patrick 4^th Prize: Harpoon Cap ● Jonathan Pakozdi 5^th Prize: Headband ● Tickets: $5.00

Call for more event information 745-4151

2010Summer Season starts Mother's Day, May 9, 2010
May-September 10:00 am to 6:00pm

Winter Season starts October 1, 2009. Tours and gift shop are available by appointment, featuring exquisite qiviut garments, and unique gifts.

2010 Events

Mother's Day - Sunday, May 9, 2010: To be announced

Musk Ox Farm Summer Day Camp: To be announced

Running with the Bulls - Sunday, August 1, 2010: To be announced