The owner of Gearhead Curios in Galena, Kansas, has put the property on the market for $450,000. Owner Aaron Perry stated on Facebook Messenger that the price includes Gearhead Curios' inventory, collectibles, the Muffler Man created in his likeness and 10 vacant lots in Galena where he once planned his Petrol Motor Quart motel. Perry … Continue reading Gearhead Curios, plus 10 nearby lots, go up for sale for $450,000
Category: Attractions
20-foot-tall Colt pistol unveiled at J.M. Davis Arms Museum in Claremore
The J.M. Davis Arms & Historical Museum in Claremore, Oklahoma, on Friday unveiled a 20-foot-tall Colt pistol made with LED lights. It being called the Big Red Gun. The sculpture is part of Route 66 centennial celebrations this year. KTUL-TV in nearby Tulsa reported: The sculpture called the “Big Red Gun” will serve as a … Continue reading 20-foot-tall Colt pistol unveiled at J.M. Davis Arms Museum in Claremore
Tacos Uranus opening at Uranus Missouri complex on Nov. 11
The Tacos Uranus restaurant will open at the Uranus Missouri complex in St. Robert, Missouri, on Nov. 11 -- the centennial date when U.S. 66 was federally certified. Louie Keen, owner and self-proclaimed mayor of Uranus Missouri, stated in an email that Tacos Uranus will be across from the famous Uranus Fudge Factory and General … Continue reading Tacos Uranus opening at Uranus Missouri complex on Nov. 11
Video for Oklahoma Route 66 Gala takes a page from “Field of Dreams”
If you have two minutes, watch this video made by Freestyle Creative for the recent Route 66 Gala in Oklahoma City. I gasped in recognition during the first few seconds, and you might, too. Yes, the narration takes a liberal page from the late James Earl Jones' speech about baseball near the final chapter of … Continue reading Video for Oklahoma Route 66 Gala takes a page from “Field of Dreams”
Rare, 1960s-era Futuro house coming soon to Atlanta, Illinois
The same people who run the American Giants Museum along Route 66 in Atlanta, Illinois, will soon welcome a new tourist attraction: a rare 1960s Futuro house. For the uninitiated, fiberglass Futuro homes were designed in Finland and resemble flying saucers. Only about 100 were produced, and it's believed that just 60 remain worldwide. New … Continue reading Rare, 1960s-era Futuro house coming soon to Atlanta, Illinois
Groundbreaking set for Nov. 7 for Kingman Route 66 Nature Trail
The public is invited to attend the official groundbreaking for the Kingman Route 66 Nature Trail on Nov. 7 in the parking lot at Third Street and Andy Devine Avenue (Route 66) in Kingman, Arizona. The event schedule includes: 3 p.m.: Hualapai ceremonial blessing of the earth, educational booths, education and vendor showcase 5 p.m.: … Continue reading Groundbreaking set for Nov. 7 for Kingman Route 66 Nature Trail
Henry’s Rabbit Ranch grand reopening set for Oct. 25
The new owners of Henry's Rabbit Ranch in Staunton, Illinois, have selected Oct. 25 as the grand reopening date for the Route 66 landmark. The event will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the site at 1107 Historic Old Route 66. Among the activities that day: A children's Bunny Scavenger Hunt with a … Continue reading Henry’s Rabbit Ranch grand reopening set for Oct. 25
Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway announces finalists for 2026 Centennial Awards
The Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway a few days ago announced the finalists for its 2026 Centennial Awards. The awards recognize milestones, preservation achievements, marketing efforts, hospitality and experiences that have helped define Illinois Route 66 since the byway was established in 2005. They coincide with the Mother Road’s centennial year. “We wanted these awards … Continue reading Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway announces finalists for 2026 Centennial Awards
Publisher revives a print version of a dining, lodging and photo-op guide to Route 66
Remember the “Route 66 Dining and Lodging Guide” published by the National Historic Route 66 Federation? It was last published in 2015. Those nostalgic for such a print publication might want to check out "Amboy Roy’s Guide to Route 66: Food, Lodging and Photo-Stops," published by Fundamental Media. Here's what the publisher said about it: … Continue reading Publisher revives a print version of a dining, lodging and photo-op guide to Route 66
Santa Monica Pier’s iconic entrance sign soon will be removed, will return in late 2027
The iconic neon entrance sign for the Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica, California, will be removed soon for restoration and a long-awaited bridge project. KTLA-TV in Los Angeles reports the sign's removal is part of the city's plan to replace the nearly 90-year-old bridge that connects to the pier. Although the city has not … Continue reading Santa Monica Pier’s iconic entrance sign soon will be removed, will return in late 2027