Taylor County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2020 census, its population was 143,208. Its county seat is Abilene. Altitudes range from 1,672 to 2,410 feet above sea level. Lake Abilene, Kirby Lake, Lytle Lake, and Fort Phantom Hill Reservoir provide water and recreation.
Abilene State Park is a 529.4-acre (214.2 ha) state park next to Lake Abilene about 15 miles (24 km) southwest of Abilene, Texas on FM 89. Abilene State Park stands out as a gem among the Lone Star State's many treasures. The park is the perfect escape that combines history, nature, and outdoor adventure.
The Abilene Zoo is a 16-acre (6.5 ha) zoo located in Abilene, Texas. The zoo has over 800 animals representing over 175 species. Attendance for 2021 was 255,000. Abilene Zoo is a place of learning and adventure, where families make memories, share the joy of discovery and become inspired to preserve wildlife.
The Center For Contemporary Arts in Abilene, TX is a nonprofit art gallery and creative hub. It was founded in 1989 to encourage, empower, and inspire artists, children, and the community through the arts. The center features five galleries, over 70 artist members, and 10 working studios. Exhibits highlight regional, local, and international contemporary art.
Abilene is a city in Taylor and Jones counties, Texas, United States. Its population was 125,182 at the 2020 census. Abilene is home to three Christian universities: Abilene Christian University, McMurry University, and Hardin–Simmons University. It is the county seat of Taylor County. Dyess Air Force Base is located on the west side of the city.
Located in historic downtown Abilene, Frontier Texas is a world class interactive museum and a western heritage center that bring the Old West to life with the help of state-of-the-art technology. Frontier Texas also serves as the official visitor center for Abilene and the Texas Forts Trail Region.
