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- #2 Best Historic Small Town by USA Today (2020)
- Coolest Small Town in Kansas by Far and Wide (2020)
- Most Beautiful Small Town in Kansas by House Beautiful magazine (2020)
- #8 Best Historic Small Town by USA Today (2019)
- #1 True Western Town of the Year by TrueWest magazine (2018)
- Best Weekend Getaway by KANSAS! magazine (2018)
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War and Peace – Eisenhower Presidential Library
Our trip to Abilene, Kansas would not be complete without a visit to the site that honors one of the most famous Kansans. The Eisenhower Presidential Library and Boyhood Home is a top destination for...
The Quick and The Dead – Old Abilene Town
There is something engrossing about seeing history come to life. At Old Abilene Town visitors have the chance to witness this happen each weekend during the summer. This place is family friendly and...
All Aboard The Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad
Growing up neither of us had much opportunity to travel by train. The heyday of this mode of transportation had passed and most families navigated the countryside by automobile. Recently, we had the...
Ride The Rails Through The Kansas Countryside On The Historic Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad
What could be more calming for a Kansan than enjoying a scenic ride through our beautiful state? One full of history, of course! The only way we could make it better is by traveling by train. There...
My Top 10 Recommendations for Summer Travel
The summer travel season is upon us and I’m sharing my top 10 list of where I think you should go. I often hear people say that they can’t afford to travel or they don’t want to go somewhere...
The Truth about Wild Bill
Like most Old West icons, gunfighter “Wild Bill” Hickok is shrouded in myths. He likely started many of them. A teller of tall windies, he was quoted as saying, “I would be willing to take my oath...
The 50 Best Free Things To Do This Summer
These fun attractions, exhibits, and festivals will leave your wallet unscathed. Read more
The Most Underrated Vacation Spot in Your State
Travel can get quite expensive and quite tiresome, particularly when you’re visiting a top destination that everyone else is rushing to get to. That’s why so many globetrotters are drawn to...
There’s Something Incredibly Charming About This Historic Kansas Town And You’ll Want To Experience It For Yourself
Travel season is upon us, and we’re always on the hunt for more places to explore whether you travel alone or with your family. More and more, we find ourselves exploring entire towns and cities in...
8 Magnificent Parks And Gardens In Kansas Where You Can Surround Yourself With Flowers
It’s amazing just how beautiful Kansas becomes in the spring. After all, many of our beauty comes from the state itself. There’s nothing as refreshing as surrounding yourself with flowers, and Kansas...
9 Country Restaurants In Kansas That Are So Worth The Trip
You’ll find that lifelong Kansans tend to enjoy homestyle food better than the faster alternatives. Nothing’s better than a plate full of gravy smothered chicken fried steak or even just a slice of...
Beyond the Valley: Abilene
The planned part of our trip came to an end when we departed Branson, and from there on, we would make it up as we made our way home. Googling historical sites, I found the Dwight David Eisenhower...
The Small Town In Kansas That’s Absolute Heaven If You Love Antiquing
Plenty of Kansans are looking for a new piece for their home decor, or that addition to their collection they can’t seem to find. Are you ready for a bargain hunting bonanza? This small town in...
These 10 Homes In Kansas Hold History You’ve Probably Never Heard Before
We’ve all learned a bit of Kansas history, whether through schooling or living in and around it. There’s certainly a few towns with plenty of historical significance, but what about the homes that...
Top 10 True Western Towns of 2018
Abilene only needed five years to enter Western Legend. Between 1867 and 1871, Texas cowboys drove longhorn cattle to Abilene on the Chisholm Trail, and after a shave and maybe a new hat, the young...
Midwestern Getaways Your Southern Girlfriends Will Love
On June 22nd, 1945, Dwight D. Eisenhower said, "The proudest thing I can claim is that I am from Abilene." After visiting this welcoming small town, you’ll see why. If you can time it, visit during...
Every roadside attraction you need to know in Kansas
A road trip along I-70 is an ideal way to discover the best of Kansas culture. From the arts, entertainment, and history, there are an abundance of attractions. Here are five cities adjacent to the...
Abilene, Kansas: The Boyhood Home of President Dwight D. Eisenhower
The 34th president of the United States and 5-Star General was born and raised in Abilene, Kansas. Founded in 1857, the town grew when the railroad and the Chisholm Trail intersected causing it to...
Eisenhower Presidential Library
We have visited six other presidential libraries over the past few years and feel that is very important to learn about the men who have served in the office of United States president. There’s...
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11 Under The Radar Restaurants In Kansas That Are Scrumdiddlyumptious
When it comes to dining in Kansas, it is truly hard to go wrong! Basically anywhere you go (and any restaurant you visit), you are almost guaranteed to find a delicious meal. However, when it comes...