2023 News Archive
Rediscovering Amerian History: Travel Writers' Guide to Historic US Locations
Embark on a captivating journey through the annals of American history as we explore some of the nation’s most intriguing and historically significant destinations. From the hallowed halls of...
Santa Fe No. 3415 at halfway point of its final operating season
Steam locomotive No. 3415 is halfway through its 2023 operating season on the Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad, the final year before the locomotive is slated to be taken out of service for its...
Summer Tourism Booming in Abilene
Abilene has been a popular place to visit this summer. According to the Abilene Convention and Visitors Bureau, Abilene tourism partners experience increased visitation in the Best Small Town to...
Seelye Mansion Brings History To Life For Visitors
Seelye Mansion Brings History To Life For Visitors Read more
World's Largest Things in Kansas
Looking for a Kansas road trip? Check out some of these “World’s Largest” attractions worth visiting in Kansas! World’s Largest Belt Buckle Abilene Standing at 19 feet 10 ½ inches tall, the ...
Need a getaway? These 4 small cities are worth the road trip from Wichita this summer
It’s summer vacation, but when balancing work responsibilities and the day-to-day bustle, planning a vacation might become more work than leisure. Planning a trip can become more of a headache when...
A Journey to Discover the many wonders of Kansas
I had not traveled much in Kansas but had explored the Missouri side several times. This time I was able to journey through a large part of the state and discover some of the wonders of Kansas. On...
Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo, Abilene KS: Experience the Wild West
Last summer we visited Old Abilene Town in Abilene, Kansas, as part of a media event. That evening, our hosts treated us to a cattle drive featuring Texas Longhorn cattle, a ride on the Abilene and...
'Eisenhower' is based on the life of the 34th president
The new off-Broadway play 'Eisenhower: This Piece of Ground' is adapted from memoirs, speeches and letters of President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Tony Award winner John Rubenstein stars as Eisenhower,...
Things to do in Abilene Kansas for a fun weekend trip in the Midwest
There are numerous things to do in Abilene Kansas and any roadtrip through the Midwest USA, should include a weekend in Abilene Kansas. Your Abilene itinerary will be jam-packed for history buffs,...
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Abilene Boasts “Best Roadside Attraction”
As if being the World’s Largest wasn’t enough, Abilene’s World’s Largest Belt Buckle was recently named ‘Best Roadside Attraction’ in the 2023 TravelAwaits’ Best of Travel Awards. According to the...
Best fireworks shows in Kansas 2023
Towns across Kansas are preparing to celebrate Independence Day 2023 with fireworks shows. Many of the shows are not on the Fourth of July. Some are before the holiday, and some are after. Click on...
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Abilene Belt Buckle
The director of the Abilene Convention and Visitor’s Bureau. Julie Roller Weeks talked to us about the amazing record breaking Abilene belt buckle standing almost 20 feet wide and 14 feet high. Read...
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Six-Stop Tour: Abilene, Kansas
Celebrate America with a visit to Abilene, where you can learn about our 34th president and enjoy small-town charm and hospitality. Read more
Summer season in full steam for Santa Fe No. 3415
Pacific-type locomotive performs admirably over the weekend Steam locomotive No. 3415 turned in another weekend of successful operations on the Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad. This comes after ...
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World’s Largest Belt Buckle: world record in Abilene, Kansas
Designed by local artist Jason Lahr, Fluter’s Creek Metal Works, the giant buckle unveiled at Eisenhower Park in Abilene, Kansas, features Dwight D. Eisenhower, Wild Bill Hickok, Abilene & Smoky...
Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad
How big is your museum? Today let’s visit a museum that is five miles long and 100 feet wide. What in the world is that kind of museum? The answer is, it’s like a moving museum - a historic...
11 Unique Places To Visit In Kansas
Is Kansas on your radar? Here are eleven places to visit in Kansas. I have grown to love this state as I have traveled through it extensively. It all started when I fell in love with The Big Kansas...