Museum dedicated to honoring the Annual Armored Division, which trained in Camp Barkeley, near Abilene, and served during World War II. The "Hellcats" fought in the EuropeanTheatre, Germany, France, and finally occupied Japan. When the war ended, the division was deactivated and many of the men settled in Abilene.
621-acre park near Lake Abilene; camping, trailer facilities, picnicking, shelters, swimming pool, rest rooms and showers, hiking and fishing. Large grove of some 4,000
Abilene, TX State ParksFriendly travel counselors and travel information kiosks are ready to assist in your discovery of Abilene, the TexasForts Trail, and the 63-county "TexasFrontier" region. In addition, see the big picture of the frontier of Texas between 1780 and 1880
Abilene, TX Learning CentersHome of Air Combat Command's historic 7th Wing. Currently flies B-1B Lancers and C-130H Hercules. The base's Linear Air Park contains 30 aircraft from World War II to the present. Aircraft are displayed along Arnold Blvd., a main base thoroughfare.
Abilene, TX Military BasesEstablished 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;
Abilene, TX FortsLocated below the dam atLake Diverson, hatchery is a research facility producing fish for public waters. Built in 1927 and op...
Early pioneer and ranching heritage collection. Includes county, city, and area histories, photo gallery, antique furniture, ...
This outdoor display of antique farm and ranch equipment is testimony to the hard work of early Plains settlers. Exhibits inc...
White River has picnic areas with 30 tables, 4 camping areas, 2 RV areas with water and electricity only, a fishing house, an...
Pioneer clothes, dishes, farm equipment, documents, saddles, barbed wire, and larger-than-life horse statue, brought to Colem...