Forts
Fort Phantom Hill
Established 1851 to protect frontier from Indians, the post suffered a series of hardships; was abandoned in 1854. Historians say desertions were frequent due to monotony and loneliness. The fort burned shortly after abandonment; chimneys and foundations are principal remainders along with the stone commissary, guardhouse, and powder magazine.
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Getting There & Details
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- Site offers interpretive signs. 10 miles north via F.M. 600
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Events in Abilene
Apr
4–5
Texas Gun & Knife Show
Apr
4–5
Texas Gun & Knife Show
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4–5
Texas Gun & Knife Show
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Texas Gun & Knife Show
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Texas Gun & Knife Show
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Texas Gun & Knife Show
May
23–24
On the Road Ranch Shows, Arts & Crafts
May
28–31
Children’s Art & Literacy Festival (CALF) Featuring illustrator Walter Wick
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