2026 News Archive
I Like Ike: Legacy of Dwight Eisenhower Abilene, KS
Dwight Eisenhower left behind a big legacy as a president and the liberator of Europe during World War 2. Did you know this iconic person was from a small town in the Midwest called Abilene, Kansas?...
Plan a Family Road Trip for America's 250th on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail
As the United States approaches its 250th birthday, the classic American road trip is making a comeback. More families are opting for drivable vacations this summer that combine value, flexibility...
Launch of New Journal Is Dedicated to Boosting Scholarship of First Ladies
‘The Journal of First Ladies Studies,’ a flagship publication by the First Ladies Association for Research and Education, reexamines First Lady Mamie Eisenhower in its inaugural issue. Read more
Eisenhower Park and Rose Garden
A light drizzle fell on the spring day I visited Eisenhower Park & Rose Garden in Abilene, Kansas. The park also features a gazebo, walking paths, and the stadium, where in 1952 General Dwight D...
Sunset Symphony to Celebrate America’s 250th
The Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum is hosting the highly anticipated, free Symphony at Sunset D-Day Commemoration Concert on Saturday, June 6, on its grounds. According to the...
Kansas town preserves cowboy history as nation marks 250th anniversary
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary this summer, a small Kansas town is highlighting its role in the cattle trade evolution that created iconic cowboy culture after the Civil War. Old...
Abilene – Eisenhower & Gunsmoke History
Be sure to visit Abilene – Eisenhower & Gunsmoke History celebrated! Abilene consistently ranks among the best historic small towns in the US. In 2025, it earned second place in the USA TODAY’s...
City in Kansas named one of America’s best historic small towns
The City of Abilene has again been honored by USA Today as one of America’s best historic small towns. The newspaper announced Wednesday that Abilene placed fourth in the 10Best Readers’ Choice...
8 Of The Quietest Kansas Towns
Kansas, with its open prairies and expansive skies, is home to an array of peaceful communities, many of which are great as a quiet retreat. Destinations like Abilene highlight the upbringing of...
8 Most Walkable Town Centers In Kansas
The best way to get to know a town is on foot, and these Kansas downtowns are built for walking. Whether tracing presidential history in Abilene, discovering Scandinavian heritage in Lindsborg, or...
People liked 'Ike' and love Kansas site telling Dwight Eisenhower story
Decades after Americans declared “I like Ike,” tourists love the Kansas attraction that preserves the legacy of President Dwight D. Eisenhower. The Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum &...
Ever seen the President Eisenhower Museum and Library in Abilene?
Ever seen the President Eisenhower Museum and Library in Abilene? Read more
Outdoor Art in Abilene, Kansas
If your travels take you to the beautiful city of Abilene, Kansas, you’ll soon learn that art is an important part of the overall draw of this one of America’s most celebrated small cities. Read more
Discovering the Wild West in Abilene, Kansas
In the 1860s, Abilene was a booming cowtown at the end of the Chisholm Trail, and this Kansas city hasn’t forgotten its roots. Read more
Abilene attracting visitors beyond Kansas with full lineup of events occurring in April
A full lineup of spring events is set to bring visitors to Abilene throughout April, with activities ranging from quilt shows and markets to a Boston Marathon qualifying race and a community-wide...
Eisenhower Presidential Library honors Kansas native’s legacy ahead of America 250
As the nation prepares to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States, a presidential library in a small Kansas town is drawing thousands of visitors each year to explore the life and legacy of...
5 Reasons Abilene Kansas Is The Best Place To Visit For America’s 250th
Abilene, Kansas, is a destination that screams America, and it should be at the top of your list to visit for America’s 250th. Located along Kansas I-70, Abilene is easy to get to. Once you find...
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Ultimate Guide: Road Trips Close to Wichita
Looking for a weekend road trip close to Wichita, day trips in Kansas or the best road trips from Wichita. I got you covered! You don’t need plane tickets to feel like you “got away.” Just a quick...
Ultimate North Central Kansas Road Trip: 12 Charming Towns Full of Americana
If you think Kansas is just endless wheat fields and open skies, allow me to lovingly prove you wrong. North Central Kansas is one of those regions that surprises you. You’ll find fascinating...
PRESSURE - Official Trailer [HD] - Only In Theaters May 29
In the hours before D-Day, one decision changed the world. Based on the untold true story. PRESSURE is only in theaters May 29, starring Andrew Scott, Brendan Fraser, Kerry Condon, Chris Messina and...