ABILENE ZOO
2070 Zoo Lane, Abilene, TX 79602 Directions
Since 1966
Here’s The Deal:
"Free admission for children under 3 and members. Has more than 1,000 animals from around the globe, a visit to the Abilene Zoo is filled with fun and excitement for animal lovers of all ages. Meet animals from the tropics in the colorful Caribbean Cove or meet dozens of native species in Elm Creek Backyard. Available in the Zoo Store. More than 250,000 people discover the wonderful world of wildlife. Provides educational programs, summer camps, weekend programs, tours & pre-school classes"
SPECIALTY:
Roar with Sundance Head, Birthday Parties, Grady Spencer, Kolby Cooper, Cody Canada, Chris Colston, Giraffe Safari, Gardens, Animals, Conservation/Species Survival Plans, Wild Bird Rehabilitation, Education Department, Homeschool Day, Classes and Camps, Evening Events, School Groups & Zoo Teens
Price: Adults (ages 13-59) $8
Seniors (ages 60+) $7
Children (ages 3-12) $5.50
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FRONTIER TEXAS!
625 North First Street, Abilene, TX 79601 Directions
Since 2004
Here’s The Deal:
"Free admission for ages 2 and under. Serves as the official visitor center for Abilene and the Texas forts trail region -90 minutes of handed adventure can be found in blood and treasure on the frontier open daily, year-round. Provide a rich educational experience for everyone the 14,000 square-foot facilities isn’t a traditional museum with exhibits displayed in glass cases"
SPECIALTY:
Indians and Wolves, Gift Shop, Buffalo Hunters, Interactive Discovery Stations and Beautiful Large Murals, Artifacts, School Tours, Comanche Warriors Collections, Prairie Thunderstorm, Card Game Shootout, Exhibitions, Group Tours, Stampeding & Pacific Railway Tracks
Price: Adults $10
Seniors (60+) and Military $7
Students and Teachers $6
Children (ages 3-12) $5
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12TH ARMORED DIVISION MEMORIAL MUSEUM
1289 North 2nd Street, Abilene, TX 79601 Directions
Since 2001
Here’s The Deal:
"Free admission children 6 and under, WWII veterans, active duty military. Division as a teaching and research museum, utilizing their historical collection to educate the Public about World War II. Create innovative new education programs for students of all ages. Preserve the history of the 12th Armored Division for study, research, and investigations by future generations"
SPECIALTY:
Battles, Mystery Division, Organization and Equipment of the 12th Armored, Capture of Werner Von Braun, Gift Shop, Tour of Museum, Memorial, 7th Army In German Offensive, Liberation of Concentration Camps, Death of an American Combat Command, Collections & Prisoners of War
Price: Adults $5
Seniors 60+, Student $4
Children 7-12 years $2