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Antiques Are Trending, and Abilene Is the Place to Shop
September 28, 2026
Everything old is new again, and that is very good news for antique shoppers! Antiques and vintage finds are having a major moment in home décor. Designers are mixing old and new, bringing antique...
Built to Last: Abilene’s Works Progress Administration Legacy
September 28, 2026
More than 90 years after the Great Depression, visitors to Abilene can still see the lasting impact of one of the nation’s most ambitious public works programs. Created in 1935 as part of President...
10 Fascinating Facts About Abilene’s C.W. Parker Carousel as It Celebrates 125 Years
September 28, 2026
What started with a father spending nearly his last dollar to see his daughter smile became an American amusement legacy, and that story began in Abilene, Kansas. In 2026, Abilene's 1901 C.W. Parker...
Help Us Transform Downtown Abilene
September 22, 2026
We have an exciting opportunity to make a BIG impact in downtown Abilene, and we need your help! The Dickinson County Economic Development Corporation, City of Abilene, downtown property owners,...
Meet the Murals: Exploring Mindy’s Art Around Abilene
September 16, 2026
Abilene, Kansas, has plenty of stories to tell, and some of them are painted in a big way! From longhorns and local businesses to patriotic scenes and a towering tribute to President Dwight D....
Explore Ike’s Abilene: A Self-Guided Eisenhower Itinerary
September 16, 2026
“The proudest thing I can claim is that I am from Abilene.” Dwight D. Eisenhower Long before he became a five-star general and the 34th President of the United States, Dwight D. Eisenhower was...
2026 Cowtown Christmas Light Showdown
September 2, 2026
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 on Saturday, December 5! Here's...
2026 Holiday Guide
September 2, 2026
2026 Guide Celebrate the holidays in one of America's Best Historic Small Towns, Abilene, on December 4-6, 2026 Step back in time with the 49th Annual Heritage Homes Association's Homes for the...
Prost! Abilene Oktoberfest Returns September 18-19
September 1, 2026
Dust off your lederhosen, grab your stein and make plans for a weekend of German food, music and fun in Downtown Abilene! The 9th Annual Abilene Oktoberfest returns Friday and Saturday, September 18...