Allen
About
From amazing outdoor parks to every range of retail, from nationally recognized schools to environmentally conscious neighborhoods, from inspirational cultural arts to multidiscipline athletics, from dining fancy to eating fast, Allen residents enjoy a wholesome community atmosphere with something for everyone.
The city of Allen has a total area of 27.1 square miles. Its population in the 2000 census was just over 40,000. By 2009 the population had doubled to approximately 82,600 with an average household income of $104,174.
Schools
The city of Allen is primarily served by the Allen Independent School District. Lovejoy ISD and Plano ISD also represent part Allen’s public schools. Plano ISD serves the far Southwest corner of Allen, while Lovejoy ISD covers the Northeast.
Events & Attractions
Allen Heritage Center – The depot houses a pictorial history of Allen and serves as a place to learn about the community’s past and present. Historical photo collages on display depict agriculture, churches, commerce, early Allen families and homesteads, military involvement, schools, trains and transportation of early decades.
Connermara Meadow Preserve – Take a refreshing walk into the wide-open spaces of a beautiful meadow, rich in floral diversity that is reminiscent of the tallgrass Blackland Prairie that once existed here. The Connemara Meadow Preserve is just such a place. This family land was set aside by Frances Williams and is owned and perpetually maintained by the Connemara Conservancy Foundation.
Allen Premium Outlets – 100 Outlet Stores… Find impressive savings at Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, BCBG Max Azria, Brooks Brothers, Calvin Klein, Coach, Cole Haan, Gap Outlet, Guess, J.Crew, Kenneth Cole, Max Studio, Michael Kors, Neiman Marcus Last Call, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren and more.
The Village at Allen – The Village at Allen is home to an exciting collection of restaurants, shops and services nestled within lush parks and unique shopping districts. New stores and restaurants are opening all the time, so be sure to come experience the newest and biggest shopping, dining and entertainment destination in North Texas.
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