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     Frontier Texas!

     Historical Museum
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     Abilene Zoo

     Zoo
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     Jacob's Dream Sculpture

     Historical Monument
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     Fort Phantom Hill

     Historical Monument
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     12th Armored Division Memorial Museum

     Philanthropy
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     The Grace Museum

     Historical Museum
   • Adamson-Spalding Storybook Garden

     Botanical Garden
   • National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature

     Museum
   • Swenson House Historical Society

     Museum
   • The Texas State Veterans Cemetery at Abilene

     Cemetery
   • Red Bud Park

     Park
   • The Winery at Willow Creek

     Winery

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     Beehive Restaurant

     Steak House
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     Belle's Chicken Dinner House

     Wings Restaurant
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     Lucy's Big Burgers

     Burgers
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     Niko's Greek Restaurant

     Greek Restaurant
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     Szechuan Chinese Restaurant

     Chinese Restaurant
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     El Pulgarcito De America

     Mexican Restaurant
   • Copper Creek Restaurant - Abilene

     Steak House
   • The Shed Market

     Barbecue Restaurant
   • Vagabond Pizza

     Pizza
   • Cypress Street Station

     Brewpub
   • Sunrise Chinese Restaurant

     Chinese Restaurant
   • Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant

     Mexican Restaurant

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     Hampton Inn & Suites Abilene I-20

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     Residence Inn by Marriott Abilene

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     Hilton Garden Inn Abilene

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     TownePlace Suites by Marriott Abilene Northeast

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     Hampton Inn Abilene

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     Holiday Inn Abilene - North College Area, an IHG Hotel

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   • Home2 Suites by Hilton Abilene

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   • Courtyard Abilene Southwest/Abilene Mall South

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   • Big Country Hotel & Suites

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   • Courtyard by Marriott Abilene Northeast

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   • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Abilene Mall

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   • Fairfield Inn & Suites Abilene

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2. Events

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     Music

     Koe Wetzel

     Taylor County Expo Center Coliseum

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     Arts & Theatre

     Joe Gatto

     Abilene Civic Center

     7:00 PM

3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Abilene,_TexasAbilene, Texas - Wikipedia

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   Abilene ( / ˈæbɪliːn / AB-i-leen) is a city in Taylor and Jones County, Texas, United States. Its population was 125,182 at the 2020 census. [9] It is the principal city of the Abilene metropolitan statistical area, which had a population of 176,579 as of 2020. [10]

4. www.abilenevisitors.com › about › historyThe History of Abilene | Abilene, TX

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   The History of Abilene. From Wild West to Storybook Capital: The Evolving Cultural Heritage of Abilene, Texas. Abilene, Texas is a city with a rich history and a unique cultural heritage. Located in West Texas, Abilene was founded in 1881 by the Texas and Pacific Railway Company.

5. www.tripadvisor.com › Attractions-g30138THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Abilene - Tripadvisor

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   Things to Do in Abilene, Texas: See Tripadvisor's 20,461 traveler reviews and photos of Abilene tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in July. We have reviews of the best places to see in Abilene. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

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7. www.abilenevisitors.comAbilene Texas Convention & Visitors Bureau

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   Abilene is a vibrant city where the frontier spirit thrives, seamlessly blending its rich heritage with an eye towards the future. Here, you'll be welcomed into a community that cherishes its past and celebrates innovation.

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       KTAB Abilene via Yahoo News

       ‘Makes my heart smile’: Abilene Juneteenth celebrators speak on importance of day abolishing slavery

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       KTAB Abilene via Yahoo News

       Abilene nonprofits react to ‘devastating’ proposed loss in funding as city adjusts budget

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       Gnats, old meat, food debris, unfettered beards: Abilene's weekly restaurant inspections

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       These Central Texas football programs are in the 7-on-7 state tournament

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       ‘We have to swamp the Democrats’: Taylor County GOP chair urges Republican unity, addresses influence of outside organizations on elections

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9. www.abilenevisitors.com › welcome-to-abileneWelcome to Abilene! | Abilene, TX

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   Abilene is big on what matters: history, culture, innovation, and West Texas hospitality. Make a little time to stay and play, to see and feel authentic.

10. www.britannica.com › place › Abilene-TexasAbilene | West Texas, Big Country, Frontier Town | Britannica

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    Jun 11, 2024 · Abilene, city, seat (1883) of Taylor county (and partly in Jones county), west-central Texas, U.S. It lies on low, rolling plains 153 miles (246 km) west of Fort Worth. Founded in 1881 as the new railhead (built by the Texas and Pacific Railway) for the overland Texas cattle drives, it took not.

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    Where is Abilene Texas located?

    • It lies on low, rolling plains 153 miles (246 km) west of Fort Worth. Founded in 1881 as the new railhead (built by the Texas and Pacific Railway) for the overland Texas cattle drives, it took not only the business of the previous railhead, Abilene, Kansas, but also its biblical name, which in Hebrew means “grassy plain.”

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    How many people live in Abilene Texas?

    • As of the census of 2000, 115,930 people, 41,570 households, and 28,101 families resided in the city. The population density was 1,102.7 inhabitants per square mile (425.8/km 2 ). The 45,618 housing units averaged 433.9 units per square mile (167.5 units/km 2 ). As of the 2010 census, Abilene had a population of 117,063.

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    How did Abilene get its name?

    • Established by cattlemen as a stock shipping point on the Texas and Pacific Railway in 1881, the city was named after Abilene, Kansas, the original endpoint for the Chisholm Trail. The T&P had bypassed the town of Buffalo Gap, the county seat at the time.

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    What is Abilene Texas known for?

    • Abilene has become the commercial, retail, medical, and transportation hub of a 19-county area more commonly known as "The Big Country", but also known as the "Texas Midwest". It is part of the Central Great Plains ecoregion. By the end of 2005, commercial and residential development had reached record levels in and around the city.

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    What universities are in Abilene Texas?

    • Abilene is home to three Christian universities: Abilene Christian University, McMurry University, and Hardin–Simmons University. It is the county seat of Taylor County. Dyess Air Force Base is located on the west side of the city. Abilene is located on Interstate 20.

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    How many housing units are in Abilene Texas?

    • The 45,618 housing units averaged 433.9 units per square mile (167.5 units/km 2 ). As of the 2010 census, Abilene had a population of 117,063. In 2020, its population was 125,182 people, 46,134 households, and 29,111 families residing in the city.

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12. travelaroundplaces.com › things-to-do-in-abilene-texas23 Best & Fun Thing To Do In Abilene (Texas) | Travel Around

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    Sep 30, 2022 · Abilene is a city in Texas, United States, the 27th-most populous city in the state of Texas and the principal city of the Abilene metropolitan statistical area. It is a popular city for history buffs around Texas since it was once a frontier settlement.