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Abilene, Texas

With its rich western heritage and contemporary lifestyle, Abilene has something for everyone. If you’re thinking of relocating, you owe it to yourself and your family to consider moving to Abilene. With its small town atmosphere and big city amenities, it is truly a great place to call home. If you are looking for a town rich in Texas history, you do not have to look any further. If you are in search of Texas hospitality, you have come to the right place.

History:
On January 2, 1883, the residents voted to incorporate, and in an election held on October 23, 1883, Abilene became the county seat. By 1890, the city had a population of 3,194; twenty years later the number of residents was 9,204. In slightly more than 100 years, Abilene developed from an almost entirely agricultural economy to a diversified economy based on oil, agriculture, commerce, light manufacturing, and service. World War II was the watershed for the city's growth and economic development. Severe droughts in 1909-10 and 1917-18 and the decline of farm prices in the 1920s and 1930s retarded economic growth. Since prosperity depended also on adequate transportation, civic leaders vigorously sought additional railroad connections and succeeded when the Abilene and Northern and the Abilene and Southern railroads provided north-south connections in the early 20th century. Abilene Electric Light and Power began operation in 1891; a private telephone service began in 1895. The modern era began for Abilene, as for the rest of Texas, with World War II. The acquisition of Camp Barkeley, a United States Army post, in 1940 changed the demographic composition, urban landscape, leadership and outlook of the town. One and one-half million soldiers spent some time at Barkeley and at the air base at Tye, adding millions of dollars into the local economy. The oil industry, including the development of exploration, drilling, refining and oilfield service industries, expanded significantly after World War II. Manufacturing plants increased from 111 in 1979 to 145 in 1982. Parallel expansion occurred in banking, construction, and retail and wholesale business. Major population movement in the 1970s and 1980s was south toward Buffalo Gap, spurred by the location of Cooper High School, the Mall of Abilene and Fairway Oaks.

Economy:
Abilene is the geographic center of the world's largest free trade zone, which includes 360 million consumers and a six trillion dollar economy. Abilene's integrated transportation and telecommunication networks provide convenient access to all U.S. and Canadian markets as well as the consumer markets in Mexico and all points south. Abilene is centrally located in the state of Texas providing easy access to east and west coasts, the industrial Midwest and northeast, and the large emerging markets in Mexico. Abilene is home to Dyess Air Force Base, three universities, and friendly West Texas hospitality. If you are looking to move to our area or have lived here all of your life, we hope that you find the information available on this website helpful. The largest employment sectors in the city include higher education, agriculture (farm products and livestock), oil and gas, retail sales and travel trade.

Tourism:
Begin your exploration of the city by visiting Abilene Zoo. There you and your family will experience 500 animals representing 160 species, including a jaguars, black rhinos, bison, giraffes, black bears, lions, white tiger, monkeys and more. Next, Prime Time Family Entertainment Center is the perfect place to bring the entire family. Providing tasty pizza and burgers, the Center offers bowling, mini golf, go-karts, batting cages, NASCAR simulators, lazer tag, xd theater, large arcade, billiards, shuffle board, themed party rooms, banquet rooms and snack bar. For children big and small, head to Abilene Children's Museum. Here you and the young ones can spend the afternoon interacting with exciting displays and learning more about science, history and biology. Next, The Center for Contemporary Arts is the place to experience some of the finest art of today and the past. This unique arts center is home to more than 70-artist members and 10 working studios. The center's four galleries present more than 24-exhibits annually by regional, national and international photographers and artists working in a variety of media. For something new, check out one of the city’s two disc-golf courses at Cal Young and Will Hair Parks.

Colleges/Universities:

• Abilene Christian University
• McMurry University
• Hardin-Simmons University
• Texas State Technical College
• Texas Tech University at Abilene

Interesting Facts:

• The city is described as "Future Great City of West Texas."
• Abilene is home to the "World’s Largest Bit and Spur Show."
• In Abilene, the West Texas Fair and Rodeo is held for ten days each September.