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City in gear heading toward Route 66 celebration

One of the top attractions of the Jubilee will be a display of classic Ford Model A automobiles, which were one of the few ...
Route 66 stretched more than 2,400 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles, but it passed through only one National Park. In Petrified Forest National Park, traces of the Mother Road still remain. On a cold ...
Eight states, three time zones, 2,448 miles across a continent from Chicago to Santa Monica: Route 66 is the world’s best ...
Google has launched an interactive digital hub preserving Route 66 history using AI, showcasing 33 roadside attractions including Santa Monica's endpoint.
The Oklahoma Route 66 Museum, which is operated by the Oklahoma Historical Society, is the official stop for all Mother Road information in the state. It also features "the world's largest curio ...
The Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum in Sapulpa has received a $1.08 million state grant to expand its facility and add a new plaza, with plans to open in fall 2026.
Looking for authentic Midwest vintage charm, Beverley Watts discovered retro motor hotels, amazing Americana, Ted Lasso ...
How Oklahoma is leading the revival of America’s most iconic highway. Plus, a look at how states from Illinois to California are reviving the Mother Road for its 100th anniversary. ByLaura Begley ...
The Arcadia round barn is one of the top attractions along Route 66 in Oklahoma. Oklahoma’s stretch of Route 66, often called the “Heart of the Mother Road,” is packed with nostalgic charm, quirky ...
A new documentary celebrating one of America’s most iconic highways is hitting the big screen — and Oklahoma gets a front-row seat. Produced by First + Main Films in partnership with the National ...
– Tulsa and Oklahoma City host Route 66 birthday events May 30, 2026. – Oklahoma Route 66 Muralfest highlights local artists in July. – Centennial ends Nov. 11, 2026, with Tulsa parade and concert.
The Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway has announced the creation of a special, limited-edition 13-coin collector set to celebrate the upcoming 100th anniversary of Route 66 in 2026. The set will feature ...