Frank Gifford at rt66pix.com informs me that a part of Oatman Road (aka Route 66) in western Arizona is closed for probably several weeks because of washouts from heavy rains. The closed road begins at the "Y" intersection south of Oatman and extends from Mile 6 to Mile 22. The road will remain closed perhaps … Continue reading Washouts close portion of Oatman Road in Arizona
Day: September 16, 2013
Will Rogers Memorial Museum marks 75th anniversary
The Will Rogers Memorial Museum in Claremore, Okla., is marking its 75th year this week. Rogers remains probably the most famous Oklahoman, despite nearly eight decades passing after his death in an Alaska plane crash. The "Diamond Jubilee" event is set from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the museum with performances by the Tulsa … Continue reading Will Rogers Memorial Museum marks 75th anniversary
Cleanup day for The Mill is Wednesday afternoon
The Route 66 Heritage Foundation is planning a cleanup day for The Mill restaurant site at 738 S. Washington (Route 66) in Lincoln, Ill., from 1 to 6 p.m. Wednesday. Geoff Ladd, chairman of the foundation, says tours also will be available of the long-closed but much-improved restaurant, which nearly faced the wrecking ball several … Continue reading Cleanup day for The Mill is Wednesday afternoon