Abilene Tourism Advocate
February 17, 2022
Best Historic Small Town - USA Today Readers (2021)
4 Exciting Investments in Abilene to Watch
It's a great day in Abilene, and we're looking forward to an exciting year of construction!

Here are four exciting projects to watch in 2022:
Latest News
Travels in the Heartland: Sauting a president and more in Abilene, Kansas
Dwight D. Eisenhower frolicked along the streets of Abilene as a child. He hunted in fields outside the small Kansas town. Fishing the Smoky River, he never thought he’d grow to become the highest decorated general in American history. Abilene, about 3.5-hours southwest of Omaha, embraced Eisenhower, whose family moved there from Texas when he was two years old. While Eisenhower may be the shining star of this town of about 6,500, Abilene has much to celebrate, from its days as a dusty end of cattle trails to the home of dog racing royalty.
Winner, winner, chicken and steak dinner!
Chuck and Deanna Munson purchased the former Brookville Hotel property at auction on Monday. The family plans to reopen the restaurant as Legacy Kansas serving Munson's Prime and family-style fried chicken dinners at the Brookville Hotel.

Stay tuned for more updates!
Tossed n Sauced Pizza Adds Mural
Tossed n Sauced Pizza in downtown Abilene recently added a mural to its interior. Stop by and check it out!
Upcoming Events
April
30
Saturday
Eisenhower Marathon
The Eisenhower Marathon returns on Saturday, April 30, 2022. Join runners from across the country to run through the same territory cattlemen followed when bringing their herds to Abilene on the Chisholm Trail in the 1800s. Runners love this mostly flat and all-paved course.

Will you join others in setting a personal record at the Eisenhower Marathon? There’s only one way to find out! Register today! More Info
May
14
Saturday
Abilene Downtown Antique Fest / Holm Automotive's Annual Free Car & Truck Show / Meadowlark Swap Meet
Save the date! Abilene is the place to be for lovers of all things old and classic. From shopping dozens of booths at Abilene Downtown Antique Fest to seeing hundreds of classic cars and trucks at Holme Automotive's Annual Free Car & Truck Show to celebrating the makers and demonstrating at the Dickinson County Heritage Center's Meadowlark Swap Meet, there will be plenty of things to see and do!
Community Attractions
Experience Art & Culture

Journey to the Old West

Live the American Story

Explore Ike's Life & Legacy

Have an Adventure


Enjoy Family Fun and Learning

Community Spotlight
 
 
 
 
2022 American Flag Sponsorships

  1. Wendell & Nancy Gugler Charitable Giving Fund
  2. Holm Automotive Center
  3. Vicki Wade
  4. Copeland Insurance Agency
  5. Bert & Wetta Abilene
  6. Wild Heart Carriages LLC
  7. Geske Interiors, Inc.
  8. Sandy & Chuck Zernickow
  9. Bob Bow
  10. John's Service
  11. Casey & Jane Foltz
  12. The Abilene Group, Inc.
  13. John & Judy Anguiano
  14. Tony & Sarah Geiger
  15. Solomon State Bank
  16. Chuck & Ann Brussow
  17. Holt Motors, LLC
  18. Bielefeld Insurance, Inc.
  19. Joe Snuffy's
  20. Everett's Inc.
  21. Bruce & Denise Youtsey
  22. Duri Ridge FSA / Devin Gray
  23. Danner Funeral Home
  24. Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home
  25. Cypress Bridge Candle Co. 
  26. Rob & Dawn Hammatt
  27. Abilene Termite & Pest Control
  28. Rawhide Portable Corral, Inc.
  29. Amanda West Insurance Agency
  30. George & Carol McCormic
  31. Great Plains Federal Great Union
  32. Rod & Tracey Kuecker
  33. Martin Schneider
  34. Horan Photography
  35. West's Plaza Country Mart, Inc.
  36. Abilene Animal Hospital, P.A.
  37. Cathy Strowig
  38. The Brown Memorial Foundation 
  39. 24/7 Travel Store
  40. Mark Hinca
  41. Gary Sweatland
  42. Terry & Sandra Foltz
  43. Pottberg, Gassman & Hoffman
  44. Horizon Farm & Ranch Realty, LLC
  45. Abilene Machine, LLC
  46. The Farmhouse
  47. Brierton Engineering, Inc.
  48. Abilene Physical Therapy & Sports Rehab, P.A.
  49. Greyhound Hall of Fame
  50. Bill & Dee Marshall
  51. JRI Hospitality
  52. Sonic Drive-In
  53. Lee and Dara Garnto
  54. Eisenhower Foundation
  55. Robson Oil
  56. Black & Company Realtors
  57. Don's Tire & Supply, Inc.
  58. National Greyhound Association
  59. Pioneer Farm and Ranch Supply, Inc.
  60. Lumber House, Inc. 
  61. Last Chance Graphics
  62. Abilene Rent-All and Sales, Inc. 
  63. The Teck Shop
  64. The Original Grande
  65. American Family Insurance - Brian J. Tajchman Agency, Inc.
  66. Larry & Connie Cooper
  67. The Family of Ervy and Carol (McConkey) Redger
  68. Scott Litke
  69. Chad & Stacy Volkman
  70. Emilies Bauernhof
  71. Mid Hanson
  72. Bill & Marlene Howe
  73. David & Angela Elliott
  74. Jim & Pattie Mayhew
  75. Rick & Marcia Williamson
  76. Pinnacle Bank
  77. Patterson Healthcare Pharmacy
  78. M&M Tire & Auto, Inc.
  79. Central Kansas Free Fair
  80. Kenton & Stephanie Clark
  81. Jane Schenck / Mark Biggs
  82. Faith Lutheran Church 
  83. Kevin & Rosemary Harris
  84. Dale & Margaret Engle
  85. Abilene Brethren in Christ Church

*Sponsors listed as of 2/15/2022
201 NW Second St.
Abilene, Kansas 67410
785-263-2231
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday : Closed