Vol. 1

The debut issue of PALMER captures Palm Beach at a moment of transformation. From the real estate boom reshaping West Palm Beach to Beth DeWoody’s Bunker Artspace and the spirit of New Wave Art Wknd, Vol. 1 explores the forces redefining the island. Highlights include CNN’s Clarissa Ward on life reporting from conflict zones, author James Patterson on his prolific career, and a closer look at amfAR, the AIDS research foundation known for its glittering galas and serious mission. 

Other features spotlight collector Kathy Rayner’s extraordinary garden and the new wave of private clubs reshaping social life. With contributions from William D. Cohan, Michelle Ruiz, and Charles Graeber, and photography by Sebastian Kim, Thomas Prior, and Julien James, PALMER Vol. 1 brings together incisive journalism and compelling photography in a multifaceted portrait of Palm Beach.