It took more than two months, but Scripps Howard News Service picked up the excellent retrospective and forward-looking article about Route 66 by Albuquerque Journal reporter Erik Siemers. If you're a relatively new reader to this site, it's recommended reading.
Category: Motels
El Vado Motel appeal is denied
I got word today from the city of Albuquerque that the appeal of Richard Gonzales, owner of El Vado Motel on Route 66, was denied. He was seeking to overturn the Landmarks Commission's recommendation to designate El Vado a city landmark, thus giving the historic motel greater protection. Gonzales was wanting to tear down the … Continue reading El Vado Motel appeal is denied
A look at Flagstaff
The Boston Globe has written a nice article about tourism and historical attractions in Flagstaff, Ariz., including Route 66 attractions such as the Hotel Monte Vista and the Museum Club. Check it out.
Art video is inspired by Route 66
I found this item in the Portland Mercury: Matt McCormick's Portland Documentary and eXperimental Film Fest is coming our way later this month, but you can warm up with this single-channel loop of Motor Hotel, an experimental, nonfiction video about Route 66 and American vernacular architecture. Information about the Elizabeth Leach Gallery in Portland, which … Continue reading Art video is inspired by Route 66
Looking for a job?
Jack Patel, owner of the Desert Hills Motel in Tulsa, is looking for a part-time employee. Jack needs a responsible, experienced desk clerk to work three to four evening shifts a week, including some weekends. Hours are flexible but will be somewhere in the neighborhood of 4 p.m. to 10 or 11 p.m. Interested parties … Continue reading Looking for a job?
“Roadfood” authors will soon publish their memoirs
Jane and Michael Stern, authors of the "Roadfood" books and proprieters of Roadfood.com, announced that they will have their memoirs, "Two for the Road," in bookstores on May 5. In their e-newsletter, the Sterns say: Some of the chapters that follow in the book include "Twelve Meals a Day" (how to enjoy the most amount … Continue reading “Roadfood” authors will soon publish their memoirs
Tulsa time
Gary Lee of the Washington Post takes a closer look at Tulsa. Not much Route 66 content here, but it's still recommended reading for travelers who are staying for a day or so and want to explore the city.
Help wanted
Our good friend Jack Patel, who runs the well-preserved Desert Hills Motel on Route 66 in Tulsa, is looking for part-time office help (answering phones, checking in guests, etc.) for evenings. Apply in person; make an appointment by calling 918-834-3311.
Scuttlebutt from the road
Ken Turmel of Postmarkart fame reports that the Oklahoma highway department has begun replacing Oklahoma Highway 66 signs. New signs are being erected to celebrate the state's centennial next year. The new sign is pictured above. Scott Piotrowski reports that the Evergreen Motel in Duarte, Calif., has been torn down, apparently with little warning. … Continue reading Scuttlebutt from the road
Horn Oil Co. story picked up nationally
MSNBC.com has picked up the story about the proposal to redevelop the historic Horn Oil Co. property in Albuquerque. The story is here.