The Texas Old Route 66 Association announced last week the Bug Ranch installation in Conway, Texas, will be moved near the Big Texan RV Ranch in Amarillo. The association stated in a Facebook post: So happy our Association worked with Mrs Crutchfield the Conway location owner and Bobby Lee of the Big Texan, Who stepped … Continue reading Bug Ranch moving to Big Texan RV Ranch in Amarillo
Category: Attractions
City of Albuquerque applies for $500,000 grant to build a Route 66 gateway on its east side
The City Council of Albuquerque recently approved an application to New Mexico's tourism department for a $500,000 grant to build a Route 66-themed gateway on the east side of town. The resolution notes the gateway would be similar to a west-side structure at 64th Street and Central Avenue (aka Route 66), and that the east … Continue reading City of Albuquerque applies for $500,000 grant to build a Route 66 gateway on its east side
Sapulpa gets $2 million state grant to build a Route 66-themed park
The City of Sapulpa, Oklahoma, will receive a $2 million state grant to construct a Route 66-themed park near the historic Rock Creek Bridge on the city's west side. Fox 23 in nearby Tulsa reports the city had been seeking to build such a park for a decade. Plans include benches, walking trails, a water … Continue reading Sapulpa gets $2 million state grant to build a Route 66-themed park
Chain of Rocks Bridge Park in St. Louis opens to the public
The Chain of Rocks Bridge Park in north St. Louis opened to the public after about a year of construction for much-needed upgrades. The ribbon-cutting event included live music, food trucks, exercise classes, and a pet-adoption event. Earlier in the day, visitors participated in a bike ride starting from nearby Chouteau Island, reported Newsbreak.com. The … Continue reading Chain of Rocks Bridge Park in St. Louis opens to the public
Totem Pole Park near Foyil lands new directors, $20,000 grant
The landmark Totem Pole Park near Foyil, Oklahoma, recently received new directors, plus a $20,000 grant to restore its Fiddle House. The Claremore Daily Progress reports Wes and Jennifer Cantwell are the park's new overseers, replacing the retiring David and Patsy Anderson after 14 years. The Cantwells grew up just a few miles from the … Continue reading Totem Pole Park near Foyil lands new directors, $20,000 grant
City of Chandler to build a park next to Route 66 Interpretive Center
The City of Chandler, Oklahoma, announced last week it would build a new park next to the Route 66 Interpretive Center, including a "66 Man" statue developed by resident and Route 66 artist Jerry McClanahan. The city stated in a Facebook post it had been awarded $650,000 from the state's Route 66 grant program for … Continue reading City of Chandler to build a park next to Route 66 Interpretive Center
Severe storm lops off head of Muffler Man at Uranus Missouri complex
A severe storm a few days ago ripped off the head of the Muffler Man at the Uranus Missouri complex near St. Robert, Missouri. The head will be remade and reattached. The American Giants page on Facebook initially reported the damage that occurred Monday night. It reported Mark Cline will make a new head. Laura … Continue reading Severe storm lops off head of Muffler Man at Uranus Missouri complex
City of Tulsa to try again to develop area near Route 66 and the Arkansas River
The City of Tulsa once again is issuing requests for proposals to develop a Route 66 roadside attraction, development and an interactive experience near the Arkansas River. One of the requests for 815 S. Riverside Drive is on the city's website. This area is known as Cry Baby Hill, coined by spectators and participants in … Continue reading City of Tulsa to try again to develop area near Route 66 and the Arkansas River
Dream Maker Station opens in Adrian on April 1
The Dream Maker Station, formerly the Sunflower Station next to the Midpoint Cafe in Adrian, Texas, will open to the public on April 1. Hours will be from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Grilling times for visitors will be from 4 to 8 p.m. starting May 1. Those times were chosen so … Continue reading Dream Maker Station opens in Adrian on April 1
Drive-through Route 66 shield being built in Galena between downtown and historic viaduct
A drive-through Route 66 shield is being constructed on Old Route 66 in Galena, Kansas, between the historic Front Street Bridge and the downtown area. The Joplin Globe in nearby Joplin, Missouri, had the details: Dale Oglesby, owner of B&B Discount and a former mayor of Galena, provided a large forklift to move the frame … Continue reading Drive-through Route 66 shield being built in Galena between downtown and historic viaduct