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Abilene, Texas was once a stock shipping point on the Texas and Pacific Railway. The history of the city dates back to its founding in 1881. Soon after, three universities were established including Simmons College, which later became known as Hardin-Simmons University in 1891, Abilene Christian University, formerly Childers Classical Institute in 1906 and McMurry University in 1923. There are also branches of Texas State Technical College and Cisco Junior College in Abilene. The city’s public education system is one of the best in the nation and the highest ranked in the state of Texas.

It stays fairly warm in Abilene year round with an average of 56 degrees Fahrenheit in January and up to 94 degrees Fahrenheit in July and August. The warm weather is definitely a reason why more than 117,000 people live in Abilene.

Activities and Attractions in Abilene

The history of Abilene is visible throughout the city and special attractions such as Frontier Texas!, the 12th Armored Division Memorial Museum, Buffalo Gap Historic Village and Fort Phantom and Texas Forts Trail. If you’re one for the arts then there’s the Cockerell Galleries and Studios, Cedar Break Gallery - Barry Authur, The Center for Contemporary Arts and The Grace Museum. At Frontier Texas!, you’ll discover a western heritage center that encourages you to relive the Old West and meet those who lived their lives in the days of the Texas frontier.

Children will enjoy the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature, the Abilene Zoo, Nelson Splash Pad and the PrimeTime Family Entertainment Center.

Shopping is available at the Mall of Abilene, River Oaks, Plaza at Park Central and Shops at Abilene as well as additional retail, local and antique shopping in the city’s downtown.

Moving to Abilene

Once you decide that Abilene is where you’ll soon be heading, it’ll be time to look for an Abilene moving company to help you get your things there. That’s when you should turn to North American Van Lines for all of your moving needs. The company offers full-service or fragile-only packing with service to 175 countries around the world with both regional and long-haul moves. North American Van Lines can provide you with boxing and other materials as you prepare for the move.

If you’re coming from afar, northAmerican can transport your items to your new home in Abilene while you arrive using the Abilene Regional Airport. The city has its own public transportation system called CityLink, which provides services to those living in Abilene.



Reviews from texas Customers


  • The move was good. The communication was good b/c I was always kept informed. North American did everything they promised.
  • Overall satisfaction. Driver and packers were professional and easy to get along with. The whole process went very well.
  • The driver and the crew made the overall experience stress free. The driver and crew packed, loaded, delivered, and unloaded everything.
  • The crew did a great job and they were nice,and since I just did my driveway the crew left the truckon the street.
  • I've used North American Van Lines previously and I've generally had good experiences with the company. This move was no exception.
  • I liked the way North American Van Lines handled the move. The driver was very informative and helpful.
  • I was desperate and called everyone to try to have my things moved. North American Van Lines was willing to help.
  • The overall move went well. I was very impressed with the coordinating rep that kept in touch with me throughout the move.
  • North American Van Lines came in and gave me a very accurate bid. The crew also helped me as much as possible and did a great job.
  • The rep who came out was very professional, helpful and thorough. The driver who picked up and loaded my furniture was extremely careful and very accommodating.