Sample book with community resources insert

A modern convention center, with an adjacent convention hotel in the works, anchors one end of the original downtown
and the T&P Railroad track, lined with its remodeled and repurposed historic buildings, marks the southern end. In between,
lie years of history, thriving business and banking centers, bustling bars and restaurants, the Center for Contemporary Arts, The
Grace Museum, the 12th Armored Division Memorial Museum and the Abilene Public Library.
The National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature on the south end of downtown and the Adamson-Spalding Storybook
Garden next to the Abilene Convention Center on the north, pay homage to Abilene’s title of “Storybook Capital of America.”
Visitors could experience Abilene’s past, present, and future even if they never wandered outside of the downtown area. But
if they do venture out, they will discover even more fascinating and diverse places. On the east side of town, the Taylor County
Expo Center buzzes with activity year-round, hosting the West Texas Fair & Rodeo in September, the Western Heritage Classic
in May, and equestrian events, concerts, and special events every month of the year.
Opposite: The Wooten Hotel.
Above: A mural on the side of the D&W Warehouse on South First Street.
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