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Pose, Snap, Repeat: Discover Abilene’s Interactive Murals
May 5, 2025
Strike a pose and let Abilene, Kansas, be your canvas! When you visit Abilene—named one of Men’s Journal’s top U.S. destinations for outdoor art—you’ll find more than just history, charm, and cowboy...
Celebrate Mom in Abilene: A Mother’s Day Weekend to Remember
May 5, 2025
Saturday, May 10, 2025 Abilene, Kansas—recently named one of the Best Historic Small Towns to Visit—is the perfect destination to celebrate Mother’s Day. Whether you’re planning a full itinerary or...
Experience History, Hospitality, and Heart at Abilene’s Engle House Bed & Breakfast
May 2, 2025
Just minutes from downtown Abilene, the Engle House Bed & Breakfast offers more than a place to rest—it delivers timeless charm, personalized hospitality, and a deep connection to local history....
Step Into Storybook Charm at Abilene’s Victorian Inn
May 2, 2025
Tucked in the heart of historic Abilene, Kansas—named one of the Best Historic Small Towns in America—you’ll find a place where time slows down, and hospitality shines: Abilene’s Victorian Inn....
Abilene's Museum Secrets: Explore Beyond the Obvious
May 28, 2024
While Abilene's well-known museums draw in hundreds of thousands of visitors yearly, there's a world of lesser-known museums waiting to be explored. Dive into these five fascinating, under-the-radar...
Experience the Glamour and Fun of "Legally Blonde The Musical" at Great Plains Theatre
May 28, 2024
Get ready to be dazzled by the fabulous and fun award-winning musical, "Legally Blonde The Musical," at Abilene's own Great Plains Theatre! Based on the adored movie, this vibrant show follows the...
Discover Free Family Fun in Abilene This Saturday
May 28, 2024
School's out, and summer vacations are in full swing! As many families navigate the challenges of limited budgets, Abilene, Kansas, offers a wealth of free activities to enjoy this Saturday. Here's a...
Commemorating D-Day in Abilene, Kansas - Your Guide to D-Day+80
May 23, 2024
The tide has turned! The free men of the world are marching together to Victory! I have full confidence in your courage, devotion to duty and skill in battle. We will accept nothing less than full...
Garden Guild Public Tours: A Blooming Experience in Abilene
May 23, 2024
Celebrate some of Abilene and Dickinson County's most beautiful and meticulously maintained gardens! On Saturday, June 29, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the Dickinson County Garden Guild invites you...
Smoky Valley Limited: A Tribute to General Eisenhower
May 21, 2024
Get ready for an unforgettable journey through history and flavor as the Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad presents the Smoky Valley Limited: A Tribute to General Eisenhower! Mark your calendars for...
Follow the Gunsmoke Trail: A Wild West Road Trip Adventure
May 20, 2024
Howdy, travelers! Saddle up and get ready for an exciting journey through the Wild West on the Gunsmoke Trail. This road trip will take you through four iconic cities featured in the legendary TV...
Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week in Abilene, Kansas!
May 20, 2024
Join us in celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week from May 19-25, 2024! This special week is a time to recognize the vital role travel and tourism play in our community's economic prosperity....
Join Us in Honoring Ike: Get Your Limited Edition I Like Ike Challenge Coin!
May 15, 2024
Are you a fan of President Dwight D. Eisenhower? Do you love collecting unique memorabilia? Or perhaps you're just passionate about supporting the vibrant community of Abilene, Kansas? Whatever your...
I Like Local: Embracing Abilene's Authenticity
May 14, 2024
In a world where the local is celebrated more than ever, Abilene, Kansas, stands out as a shining example of small-town charm and genuine hospitality. Named Best Historic Small Town by USA TODAY...
Meet Jennie Seelye
May 9, 2024
Mother’s Day 2024 promises to be very special on the Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad’s Smoky Valley Limited dinner train. The A&SV is offering two trains that make perfect Mother’s Day presents...
Abilene Prepares to Honor Its Hometown Leader in a BIG Way
May 2, 2024
Purchase I Like Ike Challenge Coin World’s Largest “I Like Ike” Button Unveiled in Abilene Abilene is now home to the World’s Largest “I Like Ike” Button. Created by local artist Jason Lahr of...
Abilene Named "Best Small Town to Visit in the U.S." for the Third Year in a Row
May 29, 2023
Abilene Named "Best Small Town to Visit in the U.S." for the Third Year in a Row For the third year in a row, TravelAwaits readers selected Abilene as the “Best Small Town to Visit in the U.S.” in...
Grandson of Abilene Founders Timothy & Eliza Hersey Returns for Wedding
May 25, 2023
This weekend as many families venture out to decorate graves in honor of Memorial Day, one family is celebrating its heritage in a different fashion. The great-great-grandson of Abilene founders...
How to spend an Ike-citing day in Abilene
May 17, 2023
Abilene is the hometown of Supreme Allied Commander and 34th President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Driving through Abilene, visitors will see streets lined with American Flags and tributes honoring...
Cowboy Haven: Tales of Gunsmoke and the Kansas Cow Towns
May 11, 2023
Come, travelers, to the Kansas plains so wide, Where cow towns beckon with Western pride, Discover the charm of the Old West's lore, In Dodge City, Abilene, Hays, and Wichita's core. Dodge City...