A traveling exhibit commemorating the centennial of Route 66 will arrive in downtown Springfield, Missouri, on April 30. The “Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit” will debut at the Gillioz Gallery, 325 Park Central East, in Springfield, reported the Springfield News-Leader. The exhibit features nearly two dozen large-scale interpretive panels, audiovisual mini-documentaries and educational components highlighting the diverse … Continue reading Route 66 traveling exhibit coming to Springfield, Missouri
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Hotel Beale neon sign in Kingman to be relighted on May 2 as part of Fun Run after-party event
The historic Hotel Beale neon sign in Kingman, Arizona, will be relighted for the first time in more than 40 years during an after-party event of the Route 66 Fun Run at 7:30 p.m. on May 2. After the ceremony, there will be live music, a beer garden and dancing in the parking lot at … Continue reading Hotel Beale neon sign in Kingman to be relighted on May 2 as part of Fun Run after-party event
Tulsa unveils musical road on Route 66
A new musical road has been unveiled on Route 66 -- this time, on the historic 11th Street Bridge that crosses the Arkansas River in Tulsa. When a motorist drives over specially designed rumble strips on the bridge at 35 mph, one will hear the melody of Oklahoma native Woody Guthrie's iconic song "This Land … Continue reading Tulsa unveils musical road on Route 66
New sign at Navy Pier in Chicago marks unofficial eastern terminus of Route 66
Officials for the City of Chicago on Wednesday marked Navy Pier as the unofficial eastern start point of Route 66 during its centennial, including a new sign at the pier. The sign is outside Harry Caray's Tavern at the pier, the design which was chosen by the Route 66 Commission and the city, reported the … Continue reading New sign at Navy Pier in Chicago marks unofficial eastern terminus of Route 66
About 100 people attend relighting of Cotton Boll Motel sign in Canute
Nearly 100 people witnessed the relighting Saturday of the Cotton Boll Motel sign along Route 66 in Canute, Oklahoma. The motel no longer operates and is now a private residence. Its sign, however, glowed for the first time in decades. Here are images from those who attended the ceremony: About a year ago, the City … Continue reading About 100 people attend relighting of Cotton Boll Motel sign in Canute
Weatherford oilman giving away a 1966 Chevelle to mark his 66th birthday
An oilman and entrepreneur based in Weatherford, Oklahoma, with substantial roots on Route 66 is giving away a vintage car to celebrate his forthcoming 66th birthday. Rick Koch is giving away the 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle to also celebrate Route 66's centennial. The giveaway will be held on Aug. 6, Koch's birthday, at his Lucille's Roadhouse … Continue reading Weatherford oilman giving away a 1966 Chevelle to mark his 66th birthday
Route 66 photographer David Schwartz’s work to be featured at gallery in Springfield, Illinois
Visit Springfield and The Pharmacy Gallery and Art Space in Springfield, Illinois, announced the addition of "The Road That Takes You" exhibition by David Schwartz, the photographer behind this year's forthcoming Route 66 centennial stamps by the U.S. Postal Service. A ribbon cutting and grand opening is planned for Friday, March 27, at 3 p.m. … Continue reading Route 66 photographer David Schwartz’s work to be featured at gallery in Springfield, Illinois
Admiral Twin Drive-In theater in Tulsa to open for its 75th season on April 3
The landmark Admiral Twin Drive-In theater in Tulsa will open its gates on April 3 for its 75th season. According to Fox 23 in Tulsa, the theater will screen "Super Mario Galaxy Movie" that night. But owner Blake Smith said the 75th anniversary celebration will be on May 29, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, live music … Continue reading Admiral Twin Drive-In theater in Tulsa to open for its 75th season on April 3
Michael Wallis among the grand marshals in Tulsa’s Route 66 Capital Cruise
Michael Wallis, the author of the bestselling book "Route 66: The Mother Road" and the voice of the Sheriff of Radiator Springs in the movie "Cars," was named one of four grand marshals for the massive Route 66 Capital Cruise parade set for May 30 in Tulsa. The other grand marshals will be Oklahoma Lt. … Continue reading Michael Wallis among the grand marshals in Tulsa’s Route 66 Capital Cruise
Cotton Boll Motel sign in Canute will have a relighting event on March 21
The long-dark neon sign for the closed Cotton Boll Motel in Canute, Oklahoma, will glow again during an event on March 21. Dusk on that day will be approximately 8:15 p.m., though it could come earlier if cloudy skies occur. Several people on social media reported the relighting date, and one even snapped a recent … Continue reading Cotton Boll Motel sign in Canute will have a relighting event on March 21