Why Visit Frontier Texas?
The Texas frontier was wild. People came from all walks of life and for many different reasons. They had to be brave. A sense of adventure helped. And a willingness to take risks was just part of the lifestyle. The Texas frontier could be a dangerous and unpredictable place.
At Frontier Texas, you will become immersed in the stories of the men, women, and children who passed through this untamed land and the ones who made it their home.
A Great Field Trip for These Topics:
- Texas History
- American Indians
- Pioneers/Settlers
- Texas Forts
- Wild West
Quick Info:
Frontier Texas!
625 N 1st St.
Abilene, TX 79601
Monday-Saturday: 9am-6pm
Sunday: 1pm-5pm
Adults: $10
Seniors: $7
Military: $7
Students & Teachers: $6
Children 3-12: $5
Children 0-2: $0
Need more info? Contact them here.
All information is correct to the best of our knowledge as of the publishing of this article in April 2023. Contact Frontier Texas for any changes, or to confirm.
What Can You Expect to See & Do at Frontier Texas?
- Lobby and Admissions
- Welcome Theater
- Exhibits
- Frontier Experience Theater
- General Store
- Outdoor Grounds
Plan to spend a few hours here to see all the features of each exhibit area. Many have interactive components.
Lobby & Admissions:
When you purchase admission they will give you a character card. After you’ve gone through the museum and learned about the Texas frontier you will get a chance to find out the fate of your character.
Welcome Theater:
Before entering the exhibits, view a 12-minute video, “Blood and Treasure,” hosted by Buck Taylor (Gunsmoke) and featuring nine spirit guides representing people and cultures throughout the museum.
Exhibits:
Continue on as you wind your way through these exhibit areas:
- A Wild Land
- Comanche Experience
- Buffalo Hide Trade
- Military on the Frontier
- Cowboys & Longhorns
- Frontier Settlements
In each section, you will find the interactive “spirit guides” telling their stories.
Frontier Experience Theater
A unique “Experience Theater” is featured in the frontier settlements area. You are treated to a 360-degree view show with a swiveling chair so you can catch all the action. The theater features flashing lights, sounds, props, and screens used together to make the excitement come to life.
General Store:
If you need a Texas souvenir, this is where to find it. They have all the standards you will find in most museum gift shops (books, t-shirts, mugs, etc.) and all the charm of a general store (old-fashioned candy and toys, canned goods, and cookbooks.)
Tips for Visitors
- The show in the Experience Theater may be a little intense for small or sensitive children. There is a simulated storm and gunshots.
- You can get a scavenger hunt at the admissions desk for kids to complete as they go through the museum. More info can be found here.
- The Frontier Texas lobby is also a visitor information center where you can pick up brochures on other area attractions and events.
Frontier Texas Video Preview
Additional Resources
- Learn About Texas Indians from TPWD
- National Geographic’s Cowboys on the Western Trail by Eric Oatman
- The Unknown Army TPWD Video on the Buffalo Soldiers
