ABILENE, Texas — A historically significant building in Abilene, once home to Abilene High School and Lincoln Middle School, is undergoing a transformation into a state-of-the-art learning facility. The $78 million project known as Heritage Square aims to create a modern public library for the Abilene community. While the project is 85 percent funded, an additional $11 million is still needed to complete the project.
The building's history dates to the early 1900s when it first served as Abilene High School. Later, it became Lincoln Middle School. Recognizing the historical significance of the building, community leaders decided to restore it to its former glory while adapting it to meet the evolving needs of the community.
Laura Moore, Grace Museum director, says she hopes Heritage Square will be a hub of knowledge and innovation, offering Abilene residents many resources and opportunities for personal growth. The library will feature cutting-edge technology, flexible learning spaces and state-of-the-art amenities to create an environment that fosters creativity and lifelong learning. It will serve as a center for education, research and community engagement.
To raise the remaining funds, project organizers have introduced naming opportunities within the building.
The transformation of this historic building into a public library not only preserves the community's heritage but also ensures that future generations will continue to benefit from the power of knowledge and education.
To learn more about the Heritage Square project and how you can contribute, go to abileneheritagesquare.org.
Abilene's Heritage Square renovation project preserves history
Laura Moore, Grace Museum director, says she hopes Heritage Square will be a hub of knowledge and innovation for Abilene.