Welcome to Abilene, Texas.
A place to put down roots. A place to seek education, from K-12 and beyond. A place for community. A place for core industries to grow and small businesses to thrive. A place to call home.
Abilene at a glance
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Dyess AFB
Hendrick Health System
First Financial Bank
Clear Fork Bank
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Abimar Foods
Great Lakes Cheese Co.
Tige Boats
Delek US
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Wylie ISD Taylor County
Abilene ISD
AISD STEM
Cisco Junior College
McMurry University
Hardin Simmons
Abilene Christian University
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Axe Company
Zoo
Frontier Texas
Maxx Air
May Farm
Denton Valley Farm
PrimeTime
Grace Museum
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Art and Literacy Fair
Cattle Baron’s Ball
Abilene Beer Summit
Dancing With the Stars
Dyess/Abilene Air Show
Abilene Hot Air Balloon Festival
Worlds Largest BBQ
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Fort Phantom Lake offers incredible recreation, fishing, and water activities, just two miles from the Heritage Park build site.
Great American Defense Communities
Abilene has been the proud home of the Dyess Airforce base since the 1940s, originally known as the Tye Army Air Field. It provides training for our nation’s finest and has played a major role in supporting our nation’s safety over the generations.
With the unveiling of the new B-21 Stealth Bomber and the announcement of its presence at Dyess AFB, Abilene looks forward to a vibrant continued relationship with the United States Airforce, providing housing and community for those who serve.
Unveiling of the B-21 Raider stealth bomber. Image courtesy of United States Air Force.
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Education
Amazing school districts in K-12. Three prominent Christian Universities offering nationally-renowned programs. Jacob’s Dream Sculpture at Abilene Christian University.
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Fun for the family
Whether you’re exploring the countryside or the downtown cooridor, Abilene offers a variety of adventures for all ages. Photo taken at Paramount Theater
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Food & Beverage
Explore a growing food scene, with flavors ranging the entire spectrum, from cafes to barbecue. Photo taken at Front Porch.
