Abilene Travel Guide

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  • Old Taylor County Courthouse
      Old Taylor County Courthouse
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  • Grace Museum
      Grace Museum
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  • Ordering station at Schlotzsky's
      Ordering station at Schlotzsky's
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Things to Do  

Grace Museum

Grace Museum, Abilene

 1 Review  The Grace Museum was my next stop after The National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature. It was a block away and I made time while the rest of my family was furniture/antique shopping. I was in Abilene so I figured there wouldn't be much to see at The Grace. Wow, was I wrong. When I... 

National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature

National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature, Abilene

 2 Reviews  The National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature displays original art created for children's books -- but also includes an excellent children's bookshop featuring many of the noted authors and illustrators (Anita Lobel, Frank Marcellino, Ed Young) and even paper artists. I'd never seen... 

Fort Phantom Hill

Fort Phantom Hill, Abilene

 1 Review  Fort Phantom Hill is actually in Anson but is a popular attraction showcased in Abilene. It's actually a privately-owned piece of land but is open to the public for FREE! The Fort began in the 1850's as forts were established for safety when people were moving west to the new frontier. Fort... 

Enjoy the outdoor sculpture tour

Enjoy the outdoor sculpture tour, Abilene

 Bunsch Says:  Abilene has a major commitment to public art, and the Abilene Cultural Affairs Council has given some guidance about these pieces. So pick a day when it isn't too hot, and plan to walk the railroad tracks adjacent to North First Street, where you'll find quite an impressive... 

Where shall we worship this Sunday?

Where shall we worship this Sunday?, Abilene

 Bunsch Says:  In the "Red Book" -- which is the Episcopal Church's guide to congregations all over the United States -- Abilene lists two options. One didn't have a website and claimed an enrolled membership of 32 souls. The other is the Church of the Heavenly Rest, which is a... 

Hotels  

Best Western Mall South

 1 Review and 47 Opinions  It was a long, hot drive from Palo Duro Canyon to Abilene. I figured I'd check in to my hotel and... 

Comfort Suites University

 1 Review and 31 Opinions  Accomidations were nice. There was a problem when we checked in, we paid cash and they billed by... 

Restaurants  

Schlotzsky's: My Favorite Sandwich

Schlotzsky's: My Favorite Sandwich, Abilene

 msbrandysue Says:  Schlotzsky’s is one of my very favorite places to eat. It’s a sandwich shop that you can take out or eat in the shop with plenty of tables always available. It’s a bit pricier ($6-7 for a sandwich) than most other sandwich shops but definitely worth it.It's a place where you... 

El Chico: If you're into Mexican mall food...

El Chico: If you're into Mexican mall food..., Abilene

 Bunsch Says:  The AAA Guide proclaimed, "Inside and out, the decor of the popular Mexican restaurant is inviting." They gave it two diamonds. I thought that was a pretty decent recommendation, so off I went. Unfortunately, the guide failed to mention that the restaurant is located inside... 

Nightlife  

LEAF: Smokin Cigs

LEAF: Smokin Cigs, Abilene

 JasonCooper Says:  you go to the leaf, and they sell you stuff to smoke, like cigars, one time i thot i was buying mini cigars but they were just cigarettas! but it was a mistake on my part. i dont go there much cuz i dont want lung cancer, but i did see this cool girl there and so i guess its... 

Transportation  

apparently theres a bus

apparently theres a bus, Abilene

 JasonCooper Says:  im not certain but i think some people take a bus around town, ive never taken it because the idea scares me, but hey if you dont have a car then wander around and a bus should show up within three or four hours. otherwise see if you can get a ride with some random dude,... 

No Sweat Driving

No Sweat Driving, Abilene

 AmishGirl Says:  Abilene drivers are far from perfect. I joke that the heat must evaporate our "Signal Fluid" because a lot of people do not use their turning signal.However, Abilene drivers are by and large very courteous. One trip to another city (especially Austin, where the drivers seem... 

Shopping  

McKay's Bakery: McKay's Bakery

McKay's Bakery: McKay's Bakery, Abilene

 starrlot Says:  For me, it's difficult to find a bakery that stands out above the common baked goods found in a grocery store. This time, I found one that does.From butter almond sandie cookies to beautiful and yummy cheesecakes. Their bread is soft, buttery and melt-in-your mouth... 

Main St. is collection of funky shops, good buys!: Martha Stewart Meets John Wayne in Albany!

Main St. is collection of funky shops, good buys!: Martha Stewart Meets John Wayne in Albany!, Abilene

 prairiemomma23 Says:  Albany's Main Street is worth the scenic, 35 minute drive from Abilene. You will find a collection of colorful shops carrying one-of-a-kind gifts, home furnishings, clothes, rare books, toys. Step back in time and wet your whistle with a sweet cherry lime soda or other... 

Local Customs  

English Bellringing and campanology in Abilene

English Bellringing and campanology in Abilene, Abilene

 dcj104 Says:  Hi AllWe are a group of bellringers from England who will be visiting The Church of the Heavenly Rest, 602 Meander on Thursday 18th October, from 12:00 until 13:30If you wish to listen to complex campanology, bell rung English fashion, please come along and listen outside... 

English Bellringing and campanology in Abilene

English Bellringing and campanology in Abilene, Abilene

 dcj104 Says:  HiWe are a group of English Bellringers from the UK.We will be ringing the bells at Church of Heavenly Rest, 602 Meander on Thursday 18th October 2007, 12:00 until 13:30.Anyone who has never heard complex campanology might wish to come olong and listen. 

Warnings and Dangers  

The Grace Museum. When is it ever open?

The Grace Museum. When is it ever open?, Abilene

 starrlot Says:  My third attempt to visit the Grace Museum ended with being turned away again by a closed sign. The first time was for a wedding taking place on a Saturday. The second time was for renovations. This last and final time of trying to visit the Grace Museum, closed due to... 

Gangs?

Gangs?, Abilene

 JasonCooper Says:  I think there are some gangs in parts of abilene, i dont live in those parts, but basically if you go to the wrong part of town at the wrong part of day then well.... actually youd still be cool I worked with some of these "troubled" youth of abilene a couple summers back... 

Tourist Traps  

watch out for expensive restaurants

watch out for expensive restaurants, Abilene

 JasonCooper Says:  one time i went to this restaurant and ordered some chicken thingy it cost five bucks and it was small, i was like yo i could go to wendys and get like 10 times this amount without a tip. to be efficient go to wendys and get a frosty, or if you want to be healthy go to HEB,... 

What to Pack  

Layers in Winter - and in Summer....

Layers in Winter  -  and in Summer...., Abilene

 AmishGirl Says:   If you are visiting Abilene in the "winter" dress in layers. Many mornings I leave home and need a jacket and in the afternoon it is time for shorts. Our winters are mild. Occassionally, though, we do have ice and snow (about 1 or 2 times a year) for a couple of days. This... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Wind Farms

Wind Farms, Abilene

 msbrandysue Says:  Wind farms are a controversial building project in Texas. They are technology at its finest but a view that most homeowners would rather not have. Texas is the major producer of wind energy in the United States right now. Although it only accounts for 3.3% of the energy used... 

Jacob's Dream

Jacob's Dream, Abilene

 starrlot Says:  On the campus of Abilene Christian University is one of the most amazing communal sculptures ever seen (and I have been all over the world). It is on the east-central side of the campus and is titled Jacob's Dream. Taken from the story of Jacob's Ladder, angels fight their... 

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