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Abilene's America 250 Mural Featured on Cover of National VFW Magazine

July 14, 2026

A mural in Abilene, recognized as the first America 250 mural in Kansas, has been featured on the cover of the July/August edition of VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars) Magazine, bringing national attention to the local project.

The mural is part of broader efforts tied to the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States. Abilene has positioned itself as an early participant in Kansas' America 250 commemorations, and the VFW Magazine cover marks the project's highest-profile recognition to date.

The digital edition of the magazine, which is distributed to VFW members nationwide, is available online through the publication's website.

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