2024 News Archive
Abilene Shines Again in USA TODAY's Best Historic Small Town Contest
In an unprecedented sixth consecutive year, Abilene proudly claims its position as a finalist in the esteemed USA Today's Readers' Choice Best Historic Small Town contest. Julie Roller Weeks,...
Abilene in the running for best historic small town contest
A small town situated in the heart of Kansas is in the running for a national contest hosted by USA Today. The Abilene Convention & Visitors Bureau announced in a press release on Monday, March...
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Abilene in the running for best historic small town contest
A small town situated in the heart of Kansas is in the running for a national contest hosted by USA Today. The Abilene Convention & Visitors Bureau announced in a press release on Monday, March...
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Abilene Finalist For Best Historic Small Town
For a sixth consecutive year, Abilene is again a finalist in USA Today’s Readers’ Choice Best Historic Small Town contest. According to the Abilene Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Dickinson...
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Abilene in the running for best historic small town contest
A small town situated in the heart of Kansas is in the running for a national contest hosted by USA Today. The Abilene Convention & Visitors Bureau announced in a press release on Monday, March...
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Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad Expands 2024 Schedule: Historic Trains, More Excursions
The Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad announces its most ambitious year with themed trains and special events. A journey of growth and education awaits in 2024. Read more
Through Mamie’s Eyes
Recently I visited the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home. Curator William Snyder provided us with a tour. I loved learning the Eisenhower story through Mamie’s eyes...
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Abilene Shines Once Again In USA TODAY’s Best Historic Small-Town Contest
In an unprecedented sixth consecutive year, Abilene proudly claims its position as a finalist in the esteemed USA Today’s Readers’ Choice Best Historic Small-Town contest. Julie Roller Weeks,...
Seelye Mansion: A Historic Landmark in Abilene, KS
If you’re looking for a unique piece of history to explore, the Historic Seelye Mansion in Abilene, Kansas is a must-visit destination. Built in 1905 for Dr. A.B. Seelye, the mansion is an 11,000-...
Event filled spring for Abilene, upcoming seasonal activities
As spring approaches, Abilene is gearing up for a season full of exciting events that celebrate the community's rich culture and heritage. From quilting shows to Greyhound races, there's something...
The Cowboy Trail and Story in Abilene!
Are you a cowboy hat wearing admirer of the cowboy story, or just a fan of the Old West? If so, Abilene, Kansas has wild west history that came rolling into their town with the advent of the cattle...
Keith’s Kansas Kollectibles
My husband Keith shopped his way through Kansas. In this blog, I will share some of Keith’s Kansas Kollectibles! We started our trip with a stop in Atchison, stopped in Salina, Manhattan, and ended...
Spring Break 2024 Destinations You Need To Know About
Spring break is upon us. If you don’t have plans, here are some great suggestions on how you can spend spring break. Depending on where you live; some of these places may be a short drive for you and...
5 Presidential Libraries That Offer Culture, History and ‘Labs of Democracy’
As repositories of valuable historical documents and other records, U.S. presidential libraries have long been important destinations for scholars. But you don’t have to be an academic or even a...
Exploring This Local Small Town Park In Kansas Is The Definition Of An Underrated Adventure
If you love adventure, there’s certainly plenty to be found in Kansas. The Sunflower State is simply teeming with amazing state parks, botanical gardens, museums, and so much more, all of which can...
Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad to Initiate "Flint Hills Express" and "Smoky Valley Limited" Trains on March 1
What’s in a name? In the heyday of train travel in America, railroads established a simple way to assist consumers in making travel plans by assigning names to passenger trains. Names like “Super...
Presidential Sites Across the Midwest
Recently I visited the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home. Curator William Snyder provided us with a tour. I loved learning the Eisenhower story through Mamie’s eyes...
Iconic steam engine could become new symbol for state of Kansas
Kansas lawmakers are discussing adding a more than 100-year-old historic locomotive to the list of state symbols. On Friday, Jan. 12, lawmakers presented House Bill 2501, which seeks to designate...
Wander into North Central Kansas for Unique Travel Experiences
Make your way over towards the "middle of it all." From the landscape to the history and everything in between, each region can offer you a unique experience just waiting to be explored. That's why...
7 Kansas Murals That Will Make You Say Wow
Kansas is one of the best states for road trips. Several towns have embraced the art scene through murals. Throughout my Kansas travels, I have seen many incredible murals. Learn more