The Atlas Obscura Guide To Abilene

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Abilene, Kansas

Updated August 31, 2025

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Unusual Attractions in Abilene

Figurines in a display case at the Greyhound Hall of Fame

Abilene, Kansas

The Greyhound Hall of Fame

A museum where visitors can learn about greyhounds and (more importantly) pet them.

Front view of the world’s largest belt buckle.

Abilene, Kansas

World’s Largest Belt Buckle

Celebrating the cultural heritage of Kansas’s premier cowtown.

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‘Mural at the Mill’, located in the northern part of Salina.

Salina, Kansas

'Mural at the Mill'

Salina's eye-catching giant mural depicting children at play is painted atop a century-old mill elevator.

21 miles from Abilene

Junction City, Kansas

Buffalo Soldiers Monument

A monument celebrating the Black soldiers of the 9th and 10th Cavalry.

22 miles from Abilene

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