The J.M. Davis Arms and Historical Museum along Route 66 in Claremore, Oklahoma, today is opening its newest exhibit, "Norman Rockwell: In Search of America." Rockwell, a painter and illustrator for about 60 years, was beloved during his lifetime for his sometimes whimsical, sometimes serious look at American life. According to the Oklahoma Route 66 … Continue reading Norman Rockwell exhibit debuts today at the J.M. Davis Museum in Claremore
Author: Ron Warnick
I'm the editor and publisher of Route 66 News, a clearinghouse of events, information, and entertainment pertaining to historic U.S. 66, the Mother Road.
Route 66 postage stamps, all shot by David Schwartz, coming in 2026
The U.S. Postal Service recently announced that the 2026 Route 66 Centennial Stamp Collection will be released next year, and all the images were taken by longtime Mother Road photographer David Schwartz. Schwartz said in a social media post that he'd known the USPS would print Route 66 stamps for about 18 months. It’s hard … Continue reading Route 66 postage stamps, all shot by David Schwartz, coming in 2026
Native American Travel App-Route 66 Map initiative designated an official centennial project
The Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership announced that the American Indigenous Tourism Association Native American Travel App-Route 66 Map Project has been officially designated as an Official Route 66 Centennial Project by the Route 66 Centennial Commission. In partnership with the Route 66 centennial, the association is developing a digital Route 66 map to be … Continue reading Native American Travel App-Route 66 Map initiative designated an official centennial project
Spanish, German language versions of Oklahoma Route 66 Guide available for download
The Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department recently released Spanish and German versions of the Oklahoma Route 66 Guide, now available via free download. Originally produced in English, the Oklahoma Route 66 Guide highlights attractions, restaurants, lodging, museums and historic stops across the more than 400 miles of Route 66 that run through the state. With … Continue reading Spanish, German language versions of Oklahoma Route 66 Guide available for download
Frisco’s Grill & Pub in downtown Cuba put on the market for $1.4 million
Frisco's Grill & Pub, a fixture in downtown Cuba, Missouri, for over 20 years, has been put up for sale for $1.4 million. The restaurant's Facebook account announced on Saturday that it had been put up for sale. Frisco's is one block off Route 66 and is listed by Century 21 Commercial. Jimmy West is … Continue reading Frisco’s Grill & Pub in downtown Cuba put on the market for $1.4 million
National Cowboy Museum to open Route 66 exhibition in February
The National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City will open the "Route 66: From Trails to Truck Stops" exhibition starting in early February. The exhibition will run from Feb. 6 to May 4, during Route 66's centennial year. Cowgirl Magazine had more details: Visitors will see artifacts, maps, photographs and multimedia displays tracing … Continue reading National Cowboy Museum to open Route 66 exhibition in February
Johnny “Moo-Moo” Miller, former Illinois Route 66 Association president, dies
Johnny "Moo-Moo" Miller, a former president of the Illinois Route 66 Association and a longtime member, died on Oct. 11. He was 73. His obituary, through Hickey Memorial Chapels in Midlothian, Illinois, described him as "a friend to many" and an "avid fan of all Chicago sports teams with the exception of the Cubs." "Nobody … Continue reading Johnny “Moo-Moo” Miller, former Illinois Route 66 Association president, dies
Crossroads Motel in Albuquerque listed for sale for $3 million
The Crossroads Motel, perhaps best known for its appearances in the now-legendary AMC-TV drama "Breaking Bad," has been listed for sale for $3 million. The Albuquerque Journal reports that the Route 66 motel, located at 1001 E. Central Ave. off Interstate 25, is being listed by Absolute Investment Realty of Albuquerque. Up until mid-2025, the … Continue reading Crossroads Motel in Albuquerque listed for sale for $3 million
Report: City of Springfield waited until day of Rancho Court’s teardown to give other options
Last week, we learned the historic Rancho Court motel in Springfield, Missouri, was torn down. This week, Steve Pokin of the Springfield Daily Citizen used his usual shoe-leather skills to find out why the razing of the Route 66 landmark occurred. The gist: The city didn't provide other options for the owner until the day … Continue reading Report: City of Springfield waited until day of Rancho Court’s teardown to give other options
Timber Creek Bridge near Sayre is undergoing minor repairs
The historic and distinctive Timber Creek Bridge along old Route 66 near Sayre, Oklahoma, is getting some TLC from state transportation officials. The Oklahoma Route 66 Association reported this about the yellow truss bridge that's almost 100 years old: In recent days, work crews have been spotted out at the Timber Creek Bridge, and the … Continue reading Timber Creek Bridge near Sayre is undergoing minor repairs