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Abilene Tourism Advocate
May 25, 2023
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True Western Town of the Year - True West Magazine (2023) |
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Sunflower Summer Program Begins |
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Attention all Kansas students and parents! This summer is about to get a whole lot more exciting because dozens of museums and attractions across the state will be free to school kids and their parents. From towering dinosaurs and exotic wildlife to interactive science exhibits and historic landmarks, the list of places to explore is deep. Get ready to embark on many fun-filled adventures while learning about the world around you and this beautiful state, all at no cost to you, courtesy of the Kansas State Department of Education.
What is Sunflower Summer? It is a fun-filled, free program by the Kansas State Department of Education so that Kansas families can enjoy museums, gardens, interactive exhibits, zoos, parks, farms and historical sites all for free during their summer vacation.
Any Kansas residents with kids enrolled in grades pre-K through 12 are eligible to participate. Each child gets one free ticket to each attraction, including the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum in Abilene.
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Looking for the friendliest town in Kansas? Here are the top 9
by WorldAtlas
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In a state known for its warm hospitality and welcoming spirit, Kansas boasts an array of small towns that go above and beyond in extending their heartfelt embrace to residents and visitors alike. After careful consideration and extensive research, WorldAtlas has compiled a definitive list of the top nine friendliest towns in Kansas, where a sense of community thrives, and smiles are contagious. From charming main streets to genuine kindness radiating from every corner, these towns exemplify the true essence of Midwestern hospitality, making them ideal destinations for those seeking a genuine connection and a warm welcome. Whether you’re a traveler in search of a friendly stopover or a prospective resident looking to settle down, these Kansas towns have something special to offer.
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Why did Abilene, Kansas, make the world's largest belt buckle?
by The Journal - Kansas Leadership Center
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Kansans have a knack for thinking big – world’s largest type of big.
Consider, in the pantheon of Kansas big, Cawker City’s ball of twine. Wichita’s acrylic mural on a grain elevator. Goodland’s Van Gogh painting on a mammoth easel, Muscotah’s baseball, Mineral City’s Big Brutus, Wilson’s big Czech egg. And Garden City’s monster hairball.
Now comes a giant belt buckle.
Not just any belt buckle – a purported world’s largest belt buckle – at 19 feet and 10.5 inches wide and 13 feet and 11.25 inches high.
It’s pull-off-the-highway-and-snap-a-selfie type of big.
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Unique places perfect for a quick Kansas road trip
by KSNW
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Summer is right around the corner.
If you’re wanting to travel this summer but want to save a bit of money or just be a little bit closer to home, here are some ideas on places you can visit in Kansas in a day or over a weekend.
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Thanks for visiting!
From Aging Partners/ADRC Nebraska (Lincoln)
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"On Thursday, May 18, Aging Partners hosted a trip to Abilene, Kansas to visit the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum. While there, we were also able to visit his childhood home and the Place of Meditation, Eisenhower’s final resting place. When we left the museum, we stopped by the World’s Largest Belt Buckle and Russel Stover’s Chocolate factory. " |
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True West Town of the Year by True West Magazine (2023)
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The Wedding Singer at Great Plains Theatre
Travel back in time to the 80's where a professional wedding singer also has some love complications of his own. Based on the hit movie, get ready to pump up the hair and pump up the jams in this high-energy romantic comedy. Learn more
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Symphony at Sunset
Commemorate the anniversary of D-Day at this meaningful outdoor concert held on the grounds of the Eisenhower Presidential Library. The concert will feature patriotic favorites and popular classics.
Symphony at Sunset is generously sponsored by: Marshall Motors, Eisenhower Foundation. Learn more
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Lionel Bart's Oliver! at Great Plains Theatre
Consider yourself at home with this musical adaptation of the Charles Dickens story, Oliver Twist. The orphan, Oliver, goes on the adventure of a lifetime with all of the classic characters in this tale of crime, coming of age, and finding true familial love. Oom Pah Pah! Learn more
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Nunsense - The Musical Comedy at Great Plains Theatre
The Little Sisters of the Hoboken Nunnery are putting on a musical revue variety show, and you're invited! To fundraise for their sister who have passed, zany, hilarious, madcap insanity ensues filled with fun tunes and lots of laughs. Learn more
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Petals at their Peak
Enjoy the beautiful flowers and participate in art and horticulture classes at Eisenhower Park and Rose Garden. Don't forget your camera! It's a great time to capture photos of the beautiful flowers. Learn more
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Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo
The Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo, named one of the top 5 professional outdoor rodeos in America. Learn more
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Around the World in 80 Days at Great Plains Theatre
Hold on to your seats in the original amazing race based on the classic novel by Jules Verne. Danger, romance, and comic surprises abound in this whirlwind of a shamelessly silly and high-spirited show. And they're off! Learn more
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Abilene Oktoberfest
Abilene Oktoberfest is excited for its 6th annual Oktoberfest held in Downtown Abilene. Enjoy German Dancers, music, authentic German food and drinks.
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National Greyhound Association Fall Meet
Visit Abilene, Kansas, for the National Greyhound Association's Fall Meet and see the Greyhounds in action! Learn more
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Meredith Wilson's Miracle on 34th Street - The Musical at Great Plains Theatre
This musical version of the beloved Holiday classic follows a wave of love that is spread from the real Kris Kringle melting even the most cynical of hearts. This heartwarming spectacle of a musical is the perfect Holiday treat. It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Learn more
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Cowtown Christmas
Visit Abilene December 2-3, 2023 for the Heritage Homes Association’s Homes for the Holidays Tour, enjoy an Old Fashioned Christmas at the Dickinson County Heritage Center and Old Abilene Town, tour the historic Seelye Mansion and see more than 60 beautifully decorated Christmas Trees, ride the rails with Santa and the Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad, see the live production of the Miracle on 34th Street at Great Plains Theatre, take an evening cruise and see Griswold-style decorations during the Cowtown Christmas Light Showdown, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to see Santa, and remember to shop small all season long at Abilene’s small businesses.
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Experience Art & Culture
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Journey to the Old West
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Live the American Story
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Explore Ike's Life & Legacy
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Enjoy Family Fun and Learning
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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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