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Decades after Interstate 44 diverted traffic from Route 66, these Oklahoma cities and towns are keeping the thrill of the ...
In a new interactive project, Route 66 enthusiasts are encouraged to take a cutout of Will Rogers, "Flat Will," along as they ...
The Oklahoma Route 66 Association has launched "Flat Will," an interactive initiative allowing travelers to take a piece of ...
As Route 66 prepares for its 100-year milestone, Oklahoma schedules dance, fiddle contest, arts festival, and a record attempt for classic car gathering. Find the full event list here.
This Illinois Route 66 stop blends past and present, offering historic sites, tree-lined trails, and a downtown perfect for ...
This Illinois city should be the first stop on your Route 66 road trip The state capital may not get a shout out in the iconic highway’s famous song, but with its growing roster of sites and ...
The monument will be installed to enhance the sense of arrival on Route 66 and create additional attractions for visitors to explore in Springfield.
Route 66 often conjures images of quaint small towns, but its foundation has always been rooted in Chicago.
Explore Route 66: Traveling the Mother Road Commissioned in 1926, Route 66 was part of the original U.S. highway system. But it was removed from that network in 1985, as the interstate system took ...
From mom-and-pop diners to historic soda fountains, Route 66 still feeds travelers the way it did nearly a century ago. This legendary highway isn’t just about the miles, it’s also about the ...
Calling all artists! The City of Oklahoma City is inviting artists to create a quintessential sculpture that commemorates the 100th anniversary of the historic U.S. Route 66.
The Illinois State Capitol building in Springfield, Ill., is located a few blocks north of U.S. Route 66. It’s just one of many attractions and historic landmarks near the historic highway ...