Frontier Texas! is one of only a few museums in the world to feature life-sized holographic figures. Experience the dramatic Texas frontier as the story comes to life in this multimedia history facility. Visitors can meet — at least figuratively — some of the real people who lived and died on the Texas frontier. Feel the terror of a wolf attack, the chaos of a buffalo stampede and the tension of a deadly card game shootout. Buffalo hunters, Comanche warriors, explorers and pioneers await you on this great adventure 'Blood & Treasure on the Frontier.' Also see the 'Guns of the West' exhibit featuring a large collection of historic firearms from the Fort Phantom Hill Foundation collection. The Abilene and Forts Trail Visitor Center, located inside Frontier Texas!, offers free visitor information and the General Store features Texas-themed gifts.
The Abilene Zoo boasts:
- More
than 600 animals representing 127 species, including lions, black rhinos,
monkeys, bears, reptiles, birds and amphibians
- Exhibits
include Giraffe Safari where guests can hand-feed the herd; the
Wetlands Boardwalk; Reptile House; Caribbean Cove; Nakuru Lagoon;
South America; Africa; Elm Creek Backyard and the new Madagascar
exhibit.
- Ride
the Safari Express Train, Wildlife Carousel, dine al fresco at
the Watering Hole concession stand or paddle around Zoo Lake in a
swan boat.
Storybook Capital of America
Picture yourself with the six iconic Dr. Seuss
sculptures; make friends with William Joyce’s, “Guardians of Childhood;” search
for Walter Wick’s beloved character, Seymour; and fall in love with David
Shannon’s, "David & Fergus."
Come back year after year and watch our
treasured collection grow. The annual Children’s Art and Literacy Festival is a
3 day family friendly event celebrating art, children and literacy and
transforms downtown into a magical storybook land. During the event new
sculptures are unveiled each year. It’s a must see!
Visit Abilene and know you’ll live happily ever
after. Take a 360 virtual tour of the
Seuss sculptures in Everman Park here.
To view and/or print your Storybook Adventure
Guide Click Here.
The Grace, located in the heart of downtown in a historic building, is an
AAM accredited museum. Changing exhibits feature the best of Texas art, past
and present, within the context of American art. The Children’s Museum offers
hands-on learning activities. The Grace offers a variety of educational
programs for all ages and builds connections through new experiences in art,
science and history. In addition, this versatile facility can be rented for
special events.
The Grace, located in the heart of downtown in
a historic building, is an AAM accredited museum. Changing exhibits feature the
best of Texas art, past and present, within the context of American art. The
Children’s Museum offers hands-on learning activities. The Grace offers a
variety of educational programs for all ages and builds connections through new
experiences in art, science and history. In addition, this versatile facility
can be rented for special events.
Coming Spring of 2021:
Brand New Interactive Grace Museum Children's Museum
Experience World War II through the eyes of the 12th Armored Division 'Hellcats' as you explore the three floors of this remarkable museum. Artifacts, photographs, oral histories, weapons, uniforms, vehicles, dioramas and a Holocaust memorial bring the story to life and honors the sacrifice of the great men and women who comprised the 12th. The Hellcat PX gift shop offers an array of books about the division, t-shirts, collectibles and children’s toys.
Established in 1947, Play Faire Park, the family fun center
and miniature golf course, is one of the oldest, continuously operated
miniature golf courses in the state. 2015 marks the opening of the parks 68th
season. We offer affordable family fun and have also been voted one of the best
date spots in town. Our concert series, tournaments, fundraisers, birthday
parties and festivals aim to support the local music scene and
provide a hip spot close to downtown Abilene that's not your typical
getaway. Play Faire also offers you two 18-hole courses.
