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Abilene, Kansas

The Smoky Valley Railroad Association offers a unique chance to experience early American travel. You and your family can enjoy an educational adventure down the rails of history on an excursion train comprised of antique railroad equipment. Enjoy many original features along the tour which create a memorable outing for everyone!

* Gondola Car - Sit in the Missouri Pacific open air observation car and feel the fresh Kansas breeze.

* Steam Locomotive - See the historic Santa Fe 4-6-2 "Pacific" #3415 steam locomotive built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in 1919.

* Caboose - Experience a view for a special fare, from the Union Pacific Caboose that completes the train.

* Diesel Locomotive - Feel the power from the 1945 ALCO S-1, with its 660hp diesel engine that was originally designed for WWII submarines.

* Dinner Trains - Enjoy a relaxing "dinner in the diner" on one of Abilene and Smoky Valley's special dinner trains. Reservations required. Call for schedule and fares.

* Bridge - Catch the thrill as the train travels over the Smoky Hill River on the old, high, steel bridge.

* Acquire first hand experience by working on and operating the train through volunteer networks.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Greyhound Hall of Fame

Abilene, Kansas, also known as the Greyhound Capital of the nation, hosts the Greyhound Hall of Fame which offers the entire family a thorough and exciting introduction to the Greyhound, the sport, and its long and colorful history. The history of Greyhounds from 5,000

Abilene, KS Halls of Fame

The Lebold Mansion

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this twenty-three room Victorian mansion was built in 1880 by Conrad H. Lebold. The limestone was quarried from nearby Russell County. Conrad Lebold was a local banker, realtor, politician, and Mayor of Abilene for 2

Abilene, KS Famous Homes

The Heritage Center Museums

The Museum depicts life on the plains during the American pioneer movement & westward expansion periods. Exhibits include Indians, pioneers, railroad, agriculture, Victorian and cowtown eras.

Abilene, KS Museums

Old Abilene Town

Can Can Girls & Gunfighters - Weekends May - October

Abilene, KS Historic Towns

Seelye Mansion and Museum

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the twenty-five room Georgian mansion was built in 1905 by A.B. Seelye, a patent medicine entrepreneur. Museum depicts turn-of-the-century medicine business.

Winner of the 8 Wonders of Kansas Architecture!!

Abilene, KS Famous Homes

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