Parker

In 1858, gold was discovered in Colorado and during the next year, over 100,000 people followed the trails here in search of their fortunes.  As the focus changed from gold to land, small towns and settlements sprang up, including the area currently known as the Town of Parker.

The Town of Parker was incorporated in 1981 and included the Rowley Downs subdivision, the downtown area, and Parker Square and Parker Plaza commercial areas. The incorporated area encompassed approximately one square mile and included 285 residents. Soon after incorporation in 1981, the Town adopted zoning and subdivision ordinances.

The first decade of the Town's history saw the Town increased from one square mile to 13 square miles. The Town's population has increased from less than 300 at incorporation to more than 42,000 currently.

The Parker downtown area is home to quaint pedestrian walkways, locally-owned businesses, a newly expanded community park, a revolutionary water park and beautiful preserved open space.  It is located centrally within the Town, close to Town Hall, area neighborhoods and main thoroughfares. This area also acts as a Town “gathering place” for residents and visitors alike.

Town of Parker