At Salina, plan to spend more than one day to see all the area's historic sites.

This KOA is midway between St. Louis, Denver, the Black Hills and Texas. You'll have easy access to I-70 as well as I-135 to Wichita. Located in a shady meadow northwest of Salina, you can relax in a lawn chair while fishing in the private pond. Swim in the pool, play horseshoes, watch the kids in a paddleboat or rent a bike. All sites are pull thru with free Wi-Fi and cable available on most. At Salina, spend more than one day to see the area's historic sites. Visit Abilene (about 25 miles E), known as the boyhood home of President Dwight Eisenhower. Check out the museum chronicling Ike's achievements at the Eisenhower Center. Visit Lindsborg, Kansas' Little Sweden (S of the campground). Stop at Rolling Hills Zoo (6 miles W on I-70). In summer (Sat. and Sun.), enjoy the all-you-can-eat pancake breakfasts. Delicious Hunt Brothers Pizza and Wings can be delivered to your site (8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.). Pool: Memorial Weekend - Labor Day Weekend. Max pull thru: 80 feet. Your hosts: Daryle & Terri Schwerdt.

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  • 50 Max Amp
  • 80' Max Length
  • Wi-Fi
  • Cable TV
  • Pool (5/27 - 9/2)
  • Propane ($)
  • Fishing
  • Firewood ($)
  • Pavilion
  • Bike Rentals ($)
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Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.

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  • RV Sites with a KOA Patio®
  • Deluxe Cabins with full baths
  • Premium Tent Sites
  • Group meeting facilities

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WHEN: May 13-14, 2022

WHAT: Stay Friday night, May 13th at a participating campground, and get Saturday night, May 14th for just $20*.

WHY: The Big Weekend helps raise funds to send kids with cancer to medically-supervised camps all across North America. Kids fighting cancer deserve a chance to attend a summer camp and to just be a kid again. Funds raised from May 14 support the KOA Care Camps Trust which distributes more than $1 million dollars annually to support 125+ Care Camps each year. Learn more at koacarecamps.org.

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Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad Excursion Train

There are many steam trains that run across the Untied States for the enjoyment of tourists and history buffs. This train consists of a vintage diesel-electric locomotive, a century-old wooden sided passenger/diner, open air observation cars and a caboose, the excursion train travels through the Smoky Hill River Valley between historic Abilene and Enterprise, a ten mile round trip.
The Train travels at a leisurely 10-15 miles an hour, so there is plenty of time for passengers to take pictures, and visit with the other passengers or train crew. Special charter trains available. Dinner trains in the spring and fall.

Location: 200 SE 5th, south of the Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum, Abilene, KS 67410

Phone (785) 263-1077
Toll Free : (888)426-6687 ; Email asvrail@gmail.com

200 SE 5th

Abilene, KS 67410

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Museum of Independent Telephony

The Museum of Independent Telephony, located at The Heritage Center, was established in 1973 to honor the men and women whose early efforts developed the independent telephone industry. 412 S Campbell, Abilene, KS 67410, (785) 263-2681

 Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:30-4:00
Saturday- 10am-5pm
Sunday- 1pm-5pm


Admission:
Ages :
2-5 yrs- $2.00 plus free ride on Carousel
16-61 yrs - $6.00
62+ yrs -$5.00

Adult Carousel Ride $2.00 each
Call for Group Rates of 8 or more

412 South Campbell

Abilene, KS 67410

785-263-2681

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Brookville Hotel

The Brookville Hotel is owned and run by fourth generation and is still serving their famous Brookville family style fried chicken. 

Hours:
Monday and Tuesday -- CLOSED
Wednesday- Friday - 5pm-7:30pm
Saturday-- 11:30am-7:30pm
Sunday-- 11:30am-6:30pm

105 E. Lafayette Ave

Abilene, KS 67410

785-263-2244

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Seeley Mansion

Enjoy a tour of  the Mansion, Gardens, and Museum, The Seeley Mansion is one of the finest historic homes in Kansas.
A New York architect designed the new home in Georgian style for the Dr. and Mrs. A.B. Seeley in 1904. It was built in 1905 at a cost of $55,000. The mansion contains the original furniture and Edison light fixtures. In this Kansas attraction, you will tour 25 rooms, including eleven bedrooms, ballroom, bowling alley, and kitchen areas. Special items of interest are the beautiful dining room, music room with gold French furniture and Steinway grand piano, library, and the Tiffany-designed fireplace in the grand hall.

The Patent Medicine Museum has many artifacts of the A.B. Seeley Medical Company. Founded in 1890, more than 100 products were sold over a 14-state area. See the elegance of the early 20th century architecture and furnishings when you visit this historic mid-western home.

Hours: 
Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm
Sunday- 1pm-4pm
Extended Hours in the Summer
Adults - $10.00
Ages 6-16 - $5.00

1105 N. Buckeye

Abilene, KS 67410

785-263-1084

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