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Abilene Tourism Advocate
June 17, 2021
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2021 Best U.S. Small Town - TravelAwaits
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UP Big Boy Returns to Abilene |
The Big Boy No. 4014 will depart Cheyenne, Wyoming on Thursday, August 5, and travel through Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Illinois, Louisiana, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Texas, and Wyoming.
It will be in St. Louis, Missouri on Sunday, August 29, and in Denver, Colorado on Monday, September 6.
More information coming soon!
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Community Members Rally to Bid on Historic Set of Longhorns |
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Thanks to a Google Alert, a group of citizens are trying to bring a historic set of longhorns back to Abilene.
“I received a Google Alert for Abilene, Kansas and was surprised to see an auction for a carved bull head and longhorns from Ben Thompson’s Bulls Head Saloon,” said Julie Roller Weeks, Abilene CVB Director.
The hand-carved wooden bull head has real horns and a special place in wild west history. The piece consists of a 40” horn spread, 30” tall, and 21” deep. It originally hung in Abilene’s Bulls Head Saloon that belonged to notable Old West personality “Shotgun Ben Thompson”.
The authenticity of the longhorns has been substantiated by the Kansas State Historical Society and a notarized letter attesting to its history from noted collected Jack Glover accompanies the piece.
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Eisenhower Announces Expanded Hours |
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The Eisenhower Museum is now open Monday through Saturday!
New Hours (Effective June 21)
- Monday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Note: Last entry at 1:15 p.m.
Timed entry tickets are required and must be purchased online in advance. You may purchase a maximum of six (6) tickets per visit.
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Abilene rodeo celebrates 75th anniversary, legendary rodeo clown on belt buckle.
A man near and dear to the hearts of rodeo fans in Abilene and around the nation has been memorialized on a Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo buckle.
Lecile Harris, a Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame rodeo clown who performed at Abilene’s Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo a dozen times, is the feature on the 2021 buckle.
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Road Trip: Your Guide To Summer Adventures Across Central Kansas |
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While it may not be first in mind when you think of a road trip destination, the key to a good Kansas adventure is to get off the beaten track — and by track, we mean I-70. The straight shot west makes the whole state seem like an endless track of asphalt and billboards, but that’s hardly the case.
Travel by state routes and back roads to get closer to the scenery. By moving at a slightly slower pace, you can better appreciate the changing environment on your journey.
You'll catch glimpses of wildlife — falcons, prairie chickens, bison and jackrabbits — against the backdrop of farms and wildflowers. And the state is peppered with mini-museums, scenic byways and nature preserves.
Here are a few day trips and some overnight options to explore the great wide west. Or, string these options together for a weeklong sojourn.
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Great Plains Theatre Presents Grease
We've got chills...of excitement bringing this hair-greasing, hydromatic, hopelessly devoted show to Great Plains Theatre! You're the one that we want!
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Abilene Municipal Band Concert
Abilene's Municipal Band started in 1881. Hear them live on Thursday evenings at 8:00 pm at Eisenhower Park in the Royer Band Shell from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
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Old Fashioned Fourth of July
Celebrate Independence Day with an Old Fashioned 4th of July celebration in Abilene, Kansas. Named one of Smithsonian Magazine’s “Top 20 Best Small Towns to Visit”, Abilene’s Fourth of July Celebration will not disappoint. Visit Eisenhower Park in Abilene for a family-friendly Old Fashioned 4th of July celebration complete with 5k Rock Run, baby beauty contest, Pedal Power Tractor Pull, Sand Volleyball tournament, frog and turtle races, Abilene Municipal Pool free swim, Abilene Municipal Band performance, and, of course, fireworks!
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75th Annual Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo
The Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo named one of the top 5 professional outdoor rodeos in America for 1995, 2001, 2002, 2010, 2011, and 2016; and the Top Large Outdoor Rodeo in the Prairie Circuit for 2003, brings you America’s original extreme sport.
PRCA Rodeo at its finest… saddle bronc riding, bareback bronc riding, steer wrestling, tie-down roping, team roping, women’s barrel racing, bull riding! Over 500 cowboys and cowgirls compete for over $37,500 in added prize money, plus entertaining specialty acts between events!
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8 Small Towns In Kansas That Are Full Of Charm And Perfect For A Weekend Escape
You don’t have to stay in a big city for the perfect weekend getaway. You can get away from the hustle and bustle of city life, while still enjoying the perfect weekend in one of the many charming small towns in Kansas. These small towns are not only quiet and relaxing, but they may offer unique attractions, exciting festivals, and incredible dining that will make you want to revisit over and over again. Here is our list of eight charming small towns in Kansas that are perfect for your next upcoming weekend trip.
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5 Tips for an Enjoyable Summer Trip
Summer travel season is in full swing. While many are anxious to hit the road, the Abilene Convention & Visitors Bureau has a few tips to help ensure you have a pleasant trip.
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201 NW Second St.
Abilene, Kansas 67410
785-263-2231
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Office Hours:
Monday - Friday:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday : Closed
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