Abilene“The Friendly Frontier!”
Deep
in the heart of Texas is Abilene, which in the span of a century transformed itself
from tent city to cultural center, cow-town to college town, all without losing
the flavors of the past. Perhaps Texas Highways March 2005 publication describes
Abilene’s true character; “Fort Worth may be where the west begins,
but Abilene is where it’s in full gallop. Spend a few days in Texas’
other “Cowtown,” and it’ll sink in that this is one of the last
places where True West flavor truly resides.” Abilene’s civic progressiveness
has given it a number of cultural and entertainment attractions in excess of what
would be expected for a city of 120,000. Three private universities call it home,
as does Dyess Air Force Base. The downtown area is undergoing a renaissance with
the steady growth of shopping, dining and attractions. Abilene Convention &
Visitors Bureau, 1101 North 1st, Abilene TX 79601, 325/676-2556 or 800-727-7704,
visitors@abilene.com