Join Us for the Grand Opening!
May 16, 2026

• Welcome and Ribbon Cutting for Abilene Heritage Square – 1699 South 1st Street
• Dedication of Inspiration Takes Flight, a new sculpture by Texas Artist KT Taylor
• The new Abilene Public Library will be open! Come see the beautiful three-story, hanging glass sculpture Gathered Radiance by Carlyn Ray. This unique art piece is made from hundreds of blown-glass pieces, including those decorated by Abileneians.
• Explore newly restored venue spaces, Owen Hall, the restored historic school auditorium, and Heritage Event Center, the historic gymnasium – open until 5pm
• Spark Science Center, a satellite location of The Grace Museum, will offer FREE 45-minute, self-guided preview slots for visitors! There will be a limited number of visitors per hour allowed to enter Spark, to safely accommodate all our guests. Reserve a preview slot below from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm. CAPACITY IS LIMITED. Reservations will close on Thursday, May 14 at 5:00 pm.

RSVPs will become available on May 1