Live the American Story
Abilene is the hometown of entrepreneurial and world leaders including Joseph McCoy, the "Cattle King"; C.W. Parker, the "Amusement King"; T.C. Henry, the "Wheat King", A.L. Duckwall, C.L. Brown, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and others.
Learn about their lives and legacies at these fun attractions!
C.W. Parker Carousel
Named one of the Kansas Sampler Foundation's 8 Wonders of Kansas - Customs, Abilene's C.W. Parker Carousel is the oldest operational Parker carousel known to exist. Fun Facts: 24 horses in 12 pairs...
I Like Ike Murals
On June 4, 1952, then-General Dwight D. Eisenhower announced in his hometown of Abilene that he was running for president of the United States.
World's Largest Belt Buckle
At 19 feet 10 ½ inches wide and 13 feet 11 ¼ inches tall (not including the frame), Abilene, Kansas, is now home to the World’s Largest Belt Buckle. Unveiled December 21, 2022 in Eisenhower Park, the...
Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home
Visit the all-new exhibits at the Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home and experience Ike and Mamie’s story in their own words.
Seelye Mansion
Named an “8 Wonders of Kansas – Architecture”, the Seelye Mansion is like a time capsule. Most of the home’s furnishings were purchased at the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair.
Dickinson County Heritage Center
Learn about Dickinson County’s famous former residents from C.L. Brown, whose telephone company eventually became known as Sprint, to Abilene’s former town Marshal Wild Bill Hickok and Joseph McCoy...
Greyhound Hall of Fame Museum
Explore the exciting world of racing at the Greyhound Capital of the World! You can even visit resident Greyhound greeters! The Greyhound Hall of Fame museum is even named to Atlas Obscura's list of...
Old Abilene Town
Get a taste of the Old West and enjoy can-can dancers and gunfights during the summer travel season. Old Abilene Town also hosts Chisholm Trail Days during Labor Day weekend. Enjoy a live cattle...