For Abilene residents in their golden years, there is a vast array of entertainment opportunities. In addition to promoting socialization, activities like these can also be particularly useful for stimulating the mind. As you age, both of these become more and more important.
If you have a loved one who lives in Abilene – or if you reside here – and are at retirement age, you may be interested in our retiree-friendly list of things to do in Abilene, TX. These are activities that are fun and safe for people in their 50s and beyond.
Fort Phantom Hill
History buffs will revel over this popular Abilene attraction. In the entire Lone Star State, this historic site is considered the most pristine. To protect Texas settlements, it was originally constructed in the 1850s. The Army later abandoned it, however. It sustained substantial damage when the fort caught fire some years back, but a good portion of the structure’s original parts remain.
Jacob’s Dream Sculpture
Jack Maxwell’s Jacob’s Dream Sculpture is housed by the Abilene Christian University. Mr. Maxwell was a professor at the University and was involved in art and design. In 2006, the statue was finished and is a depiction of Jacob and his dream (per the Bible account). This beautiful piece of art depicts bronze angels ascending heavenward as they climb a ladder. Many people report feeling relaxed and soothed after viewing this piece. Here’s the best part: It’s free! That’s right – no charge.
Abilene Zoo
The local Abilene zoo has fun attractions for every member of the family, including those in their golden years. Enjoy animal exhibits as well as getting the opportunity to feed animals from around the world. Watch for special events because they are regularly hosted by the zoo! To see more of what this zoo has to offer, consider reserving a VIP tour.
Frontier Texas!
Located in downtown Abilene, this 14,000 square-foot museum houses Old West artifacts. You’ll be able to remain cool indoors, and learn about history in an interactive, fun, and exciting manner. Visitors can relive, close-up and in-person, a shootout, a wolf attack, buffalo stampedes, and more. Make sure to peruse all the available treasures found in the General Store.
For those 60 years of age and up, there are discounts available.
Entertain Yourself at Our Amazing Retirement Community Or Go into Town – It’s Up To You
Our Assisted Living Community is proud to offer so many opportunities for culinary exploration, physical fitness, enjoying hobbies, participating in games, musical endeavors, celebrations and more, that it will be hard to find time to leave the premises! Then again, it would be a shame to miss the above-stated attractions.
The point is, either within our retirement community or in the town of Abilene, there’s never a shortage of things to see and do. Opportunities for socialization and entertainment abound.
Contact us today. To discuss sales and leasing, please phone us at 325-238-6944. Any other inquiries can be directed to someone at 325-793-1144. We also have a convenient online form you can use to start a conversation with us.
The best way to see all we have to offer is to schedule a tour.
