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C.L. Brown, Kansas Independent Telephony, and a Spirit of Giving
December 21, 2020
In this post, the Dickinson County Historical Society shares about C.L. Brown and Kansas Independent Telephony, a look at notable Abilene patriarch Cleyson L. Brown and the spirit of giving that he...
C.L. Brown and Kansas Independent Telephony
December 21, 2020
In addition to owning 85 companies, C.L. Brown gave back to the Abilene, Kansas community in fantastic ways. This spirit of giving is still found in Kansas independent telecommunications companies...
T.C. Henry: The Wheat King of Kansas
December 21, 2020
Abilene is a city with an eclectic history. Whether it is the cattle trade, greyhound history, notable figures, or farming, the town has had many interesting stories and events over the years. ...
Top 7 Positive Stories in 2020
December 18, 2020
Like communities across the globe, Abilene's tourism industry faced unprecedented challenges in 2020, but that does not mean good things did not also still happen. Check out our list of the top 7...
The Amusement King
December 16, 2020
Charles Wallace Parker was born in Griggsville, Illinois in 1864. At the age of five, his family moved to Abilene, Kansas. As Parker grew into adulthood, he became interested in creating and...
Letters to Santa
December 16, 2020
Join us in reminiscing with Letters to Santa written by former Abilene residents and community leaders more than 100 years ago! 1. C.W. Parker Abilene Daily Reflector - December 24, 1906 The...
'Tis the Season at the Historic Seelye Mansion
December 15, 2020
Abilene's Historic Seelye Mansion is named one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas - Architecture winners by the Kansas Sampler Foundation and with good reason. "The Seelye Mansion was voted one of the 8...
5 Reasons We Love Great Plains Theatre
December 31, 2019
Professional theatre, cinema, and education in one location, here are five reasons we love Abilene's Great Plains Theatre! 1. Professional Live Theatre Great Plains Theatre is the only...
5 Must-See Places in 2020
December 30, 2019
Get a jump start on your New Year’s Resolution to “travel more” by adding these five must-see places in Abilene to your list! 1. Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home Check out...
5 Must-See Murals in Abilene, Kansas
December 23, 2019
Thanks to generous donations from the Community Foundation of Dickinson County and Arts Council of Dickinson County, Abilene is home to a variety of unique, photo-worthy murals. 1. Abilene Mural...
Area History
December 18, 2019
A surveyor from Illinois searched for a quiet tract of solitude. The sea of buffalo grass along the banks of Mud Creek made for an ideal setting. It was July of 1857, a small cabin was built, and...
Works Progress Administration in Abilene
December 18, 2019
The Works Progress Administration (renamed during 1939 as the Work Projects Administration; WPA) was the largest New Deal agency, employing millions to carry out public works projects, including the...
Fast Facts
December 18, 2019
The United Telephone Company, which is now Sprint, was formed in Abilene by C. L. Brown. In 1922, Brown required employees to save 10% of their income for retirement. Dwight David Eisenhower, 34...
5 Fun Things To Do in Abilene With Your Family
December 16, 2019
If your idea of a family getaway is doing something a little different from the norm to make special memories together that will last a lifetime, then our small town’s one-of-a-kind, kid-friendly...
Annual Reports
December 1, 2019
The Abilene Convention & Visitors Bureau's Annual Report highlights our efforts to market Abilene and provide assistance to visitors and groups to Abilene. 2017 Annual Report 2018 Annual...