Abilene

Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad & Excursion Train
Icon Using a vintage diesel-electric locomotive, a century-old wooden sided passenger/diner, open air observation cars, and a caboose, the excursion train travels through the Smoky Hill River Valley. The recently restored #3415 "Pacific" 4-6-2 Steam Engine will operate for the second season on a limited schedule. Check the events tab for days and times. This engine sat in the Eisenhower Park, Abilene, Kansas for over 40 years, having been retired by Santa Fe in the 1950's. The City of Abilene donated the #3415 to the Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad. It took over four years to restore the engine, with about 12,000 volunteer hours and the help of two grants. Please call for times it's running and prices

We also offer school field trips, private charters, dinner trains, and Silver Flyer Rail Bus trips.
 

Abilene Historic Trolley Tours
Icon Experience Abilene's history from its early beginning as a wild cowtown to present day elegance. We give trolley rides, call for dates and times.

We also have a Gift Shop with many Kansas and Abilene items.
 

Abilene's Victorian Inn
Icon Experience peaceful luxury combined with convenient modern amenities! Abilene's Victorian Inn--an enchanting yet comfortable bed and breakfast in the heart of Abilene, Kansas--features 6,000 square feet of Victorian elegance.

Also check out our Gift Shop, with custom loose-leaf tea and novelty items.
 

American Indian Art Center
Icon American Indian produced fine art center and gallery showcasing over 100 Native American artisans from 30 tribes in this region. Featuring wood carvings, paintings, beadwork, pottery, music, books, jewelry.
 

Bankes Soda Fountain
Icon Our 50's soda fountain features sundaes, sodas, coffee, and drinks including "Green River".

One of the 8 Wonders of Kansas of Customs Winners!
 

Bow Studio and Gallery
Icon A working production pottery studio specializing in decorative handmade terra cotta art tiles, plates, sculpture, and fountains using local Kansas clays.
 

Brookville Hotel
Icon Family style fried chicken-served since 1915-4th generation family. Handicapped accessible; non-smoking available; serving lunch and dinner, reservations are accepted.

One of the 8 Wonders of Kansas Cuisine Winners and a winner of the James Beard Award 2008!
 

Buckeye Antique Mall
Icon Large selection of antiques and collectibles.
 

C.W. Parker Carousel
Icon This complete, hand-carved, working carousel was manufactured in Abilene at the turn of the century by the C. W. Parker Amusement Co. Ride on one of the 24 completely restored horses or 4 chariots. One of only 18 National Landmarks located in the state of Kansas.

One of the 8 Wonders of Kansas Customs.
 

Covered Wagon RV Resort
Icon Come experience Kansas hospitality at its warmest. A full service campground featuring full hook up sites with 30/50 amps, cable TV, WiFi service, water and sewer hook-ups.
 

Custer Hill Golf Course
Icon Custer Hill Golf Course is one of the finest military courses in the Midwest. The course is designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. and features Bermuda fairways and Pencross Bent greens. The course is playable from four different sets of tees ranging from 7,048 yards to 5,812 yards. The golf course is a gathering place for both the soldier and family members. Special programs include a junior golf program in June after school, lessons by appointment and group lessons.
 

Cypress Bridge
Icon Handpoured triple scented candles, Southwestern artwork, trendy home decor, beautiful baskets, Kansas products, and more.
 

Dickinson County Historical Society Museum
Icon Exhibit of Dickinson County's history through a time line. Guided tour available upon advanced request. Located in the same facility as the Museum of Independent Telephony and the C. W. Parker Carry-Us-All
 

Downtown Antique Mall
Icon This multidealer antique mall has been in business for nine years in the same location. There is something for everyone Friendly, efficient service and a free cup of coffee and usually a snack or two.
 

Eisenhower Presidential Libary & Museum
Icon The complex consists of five buildings located on 22 acres. They include the family home where the Eisenhowers lived from 1898 to 1946, museum, library, visitors center, and place of meditation (the burial site of President and Mrs. Eisenhower and their first-born son Doud Dwight).

 

Four Seasons RV Acres
Icon RV sales, service, and parts, convenience store, propane, fishing pond, mini-golf, laundry, playground, swimming pool and campgrounds.

List Of Facilities:

Paved Roads, Graveled Parking Sites, Swimming Pool, Volleyball, Playground, Shuffleboard, Laundry, Mini-Golf, Horseshoes, Fishing, RV Sales, RV Parts & Accessories, RV Service
 

Great Plains Theatre
Icon Live year-round professional productions: comedies, musicals, dramas, and family shows. Located at 300 N Mulberry, Great Plains Theatre, this restored 1880's stone church is the facility for live professional theater productions. Also showing recent moives and games on the big screen. Check listings for dates and times.
 

Greyhound Hall of Fame
Icon Museum all about the world's fastest dog. Learn more about greyhounds (dog) at the world-famous Greyhound Hall of Fame, the Greyhound Capital of the World. See interesting displays of greyhounds from ancient times to the present.

One of the 8 Wonders of Kansas Customs Finalists.
 

Historic Chisholm Trail Markers
Icon At the end of the Civil War when millions of longhorns were left on the plains of Texas without a market, the Union Pacific was building west across Kansas. Joseph McCoy, an Illinois stockman, believed these cattle could be herded north for shipment by rail. He built yards at Abilene and sent agents to notify the Texas cattlemen. In 1867 the first drives were made up the Chisholm Trail and during the next five years more than a million head were received.
 

Ken's Rock & Gem Crafts
Rocks and gems for sale, screen painted coasters, opal jewelry from New Mexico, authentic Zuni, Hopi & Navajo Indian Jewelry.
 

Kirby House Restaurant
Icon Located in the restored 1885 Victorian family home of Thomas Kirby. The diverse menu offers excellent quality and variety with fresh homemade foods, a wonderful selection of desserts and specialty coffees. Enjoy lunch or dinner in this elegant, yet relaxed atmosphere.
 

Lebold Mansion
Icon Experience Victorian daily life. Tour all five floors of this 23-room mansion-circa 1880. Built in 1880 for $18,000, this imposing Italianate mansion sits on top of the first settler's home built in Abilene. The stone dugout, built in 1858 by Timothy Hersey, is located on the first floor of the mansion.
 

Museum of Independent Telephony
Icon Enjoy a host of interactive exhibits as you travel through 140 years of telephone technology. Also tells the story of C. L. Brown whose independent Brown Telephone Company of Abilene grew to become the telecommunications giant known today as Sprint.
 

Russell Stover Candies Retail Store
Icon Visit the candy outlet store that has over 10,000 sq ft, plus a video to show you how the candies are made. Come and check out new items, fudge, ice cream, holiday items and sale items. The store is open 7 days a week, (only closed 4 days a year).
 

Seelye Mansion & Patent Medicine Museum
Icon The Seelye Mansion is one of the finest homes in Kansas. A New York architect designed the new home in Georgian style for Dr. and Mrs. A.B. Seelye in 1904. It was built in 1905 at a cost of $55,000. The mansion contains the original furniture and Edison light fixtures. You will tour 25 rooms, including eleven bedrooms, ballroom, bowling alley, and kitchen areas. Special items of interest are the beautiful dining room, music room with gold French furniture and Steinway Grand piano, library, and the Tiffany-designed fireplace in the grand hall.

The Patent Medicine Museum contains many artifacts of the A.B. Seelye Medical Company. Founded in 1890, more than 100 products were sold over a 14-state area. Best known cure-alls included Wasa-Tusa, Fro-zona, and Ner-vena.

An important part of touring the Seelye Mansion is enjoying the beautiful yard and gardens that surround the historic home. The patio and fish pond have been restored using 1905 landscape drawings.
 

Texas Cattle Trail Historical Marker
Icon Stone boulder below the American Flag at the U.S. Post Office, "Marks the Northern Terminus of the Texas Cattle Trail", and was dedicated to the Pioneers of Abilene. Erected by the Abilene Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution in 1925.
 

The Heritage Center of Dickinson County & Historical Society
Icon Museum depicts life on the Plains during the American pioneer movement and westward expansion periods. Exhibits include Indians, pioneers, railroad, agriculture, Victorian and cow town eras.
 

Treasures by Tracine
Icon An extraordinary shopping experience featuring Tracine's original handcrafted jewelry designs, candles, bath and body, home, and unique gift items.
 

Union Pacific Depot, Kansas Information Center
Icon Restored in 1988, the Union Pacific Depot is now the home of the Abilene Kansas Visitor Information Center. A meeting room is also available for any occasion. Enjoy a Mamie Eisenhower sugar cookie and a cup of coffee while you acquire additional information and brochure for the State of Kansas and Abilene, KS.

Kansas and Abilene Souvenir Items: shot glasses, t-shirts, cups, mugs postcards and etc.
 

Yesterday's Rose Antique Mall
Icon 8,000 sq. ft. of general line of quality antiques, collectibles, glassware, jewelry, pottery, depression glass, toys, china, furniture, linens, advertising items, signs, books, primitives, tins, 50's items, and much, much more.