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Explore Wild Bill Hickok's Abilene
April 10, 2023
Named Best Historic Small Town to Visit by USA TODAY and True Western Town of the Year by True West Magazine, this Chisholm Trail Cowtown is the perfect stop for cowboys, cowgirls and cowboy history...
5-Star Reviews
March 15, 2023
Do you read reviews before making a purchase or planning a trip? If so, you know Abilene offers a top-notch experience! On the fence? Check out these great reviews from Trip Advisor. And, if you've...
We like Ike and Golf, Too!
February 20, 2023
According to a story from the PGA, Dwight D. Eisenhower ranks as the fifth most popular President their fans would like to play a round of golf with: 5. President Dwight Eisenhower. If it were up...
National Magazine Recognizes Abilene’s Cowboy History
January 23, 2023
The Abilene Convention and Visitors Bureau is off to a great start in 2023. Following a banner year for national recognition, True West Magazine named Abilene one of the Top 10 True Western Towns of...
Celebrate The Old West Along Abilene's Cowboy Art Trail
January 19, 2023
Named a Top 10 True Western Town of the Year by True West Magazine, Abilene continues to celebrate and promote its wild and woolly Cowtown days by adding new tourism attractions and art. 1. Big Spur...
50 Things to Make Your Visit to Abilene THRIVE!
December 28, 2022
Playing off a popular series of travel books, "100 Things to Do in ____ Before You Die", we're happy to compile this list of 50 Things to Make Your Visit to Abilene THRIVE! Why Abilene? ...
Recharge in Abilene, Literally!
December 14, 2022
Abilene is the best midwest destination to rest and recharge for both yourself and your vehicle. West's Plaza Country Mart, 1900 N Buckeye Ave, near Kansas I-70 in Abilene, now offers twelve Tesla...
5 Things to Do at an Old Fashioned Christmas
November 28, 2022
Abilene's Cowtown Christmas is December 3 & 4, and the Dickinson County Heritage Center is celebrating with an Old Fashioned Christmas. Tickets are $5 per person. Children ages five and under...
Abilene Residents Compete for $2,000 Cowtown Christmas Light Showdown Grand Prize
November 28, 2022
If you love Griswold-style holiday decorations, you won’t want to miss the 2nd annual Cowtown Christmas Light Showdown Saturday, December 3, in Abilene. “I love looking at Christmas lights,” said...
Abilene Kicks Off Holiday Season with a Cowtown Christmas
November 28, 2022
Named Midwest Destination of the Year by the Midwest Travel Network, Abilene businesses, attractions, organizations and residents are preparing for a five-star holiday weekend on December 3 & 4...
'Tis the Season at the Historic Seelye Mansion
November 21, 2022
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...
2022 Cowtown Christmas Light Showdown
November 18, 2022
Calling all Griswolds! If you love decorating for the holidays, we have a contest for you! Join in the fun by participating in the Cowtown Christmas Light Showdown Saturday, December 3! Here's how...
45th Homes for the Holidays Tour
November 2, 2022
Saturday, December 3, from 4-8 pm Sunday, December 4, from 1-5 pm From homes with connections to C.L. Brown, C.H. Lebold, bank presidents, WWII Veterans and immigrants to a special farmhouse and...
2023 American Flag Sponsorships
October 31, 2022
Dear Abilene Area Business/Resident/Organization: Visitors to Abilene frequently comment on the beautiful American flags lining Buckeye Avenue and NW 3rd Street. The American flags are one of the...
2022 Pink Friday
October 13, 2022
Abilene Businesses Prepare for Pink Friday Shop Small First is the message for shoppers during the upcoming holiday season. "Last year Jamie Stroda of Aksent Boutique approached the CVB about a...
Celebrate Ike's Birthday by Visiting These "Ike Sites"!
October 10, 2022
"The proudest thing I can claim is that I am from Abilene." Dwight D. Eisenhower June 22, 1945 Dwight D. Eisenhower was born on October 14, 1890. To commemorate his birth, we compiled a list of "...
10 Reasons Why Abilene Feels Like The Wild West
September 20, 2022
Named #1 True Western Town of the Year by True West Magazine, Abilene's Americana reputation has a wild and wooly side. From cowboy art to nationally-acclaimed rodeos and saloon artifacts to...
6 Events to Fall in Love With
September 13, 2022
Now is the time to check your calendar and plan a fall road trip getaway! With fall right around the corner, this means cooler temperatures and great opportunities to gather and celebrate special...
5 Answers To Your Questions About Legacy Kansas: Munson's Prime & Brookville Hotel
August 29, 2022
Our phone is ringing off the hook with questions about the new Legacy Kansas: Munson's Prime & Brookville Hotel, so here are a few answers to your questions: 1. Are they open? Yes, Legacy...