The iconic Tail O' of the Pup hot dog stand that was in storage for 17 years recently reopened -- along Route 66, appropriately -- in West Hollywood, California. The hot dog-shaped stand at 8512 Santa Monica Blvd. (aka Route 66) was purchased late last year by the 1933 Group, which also holds the Formosa … Continue reading Tail O’ the Pup hot dog stand reopens along Route 66 in West Hollywood
Category: Preservation
Heavy rain causes water damage in lobby, rotunda of Gillioz Theatre in Springfield
The historic Gillioz Theatre in downtown Springfield, Missouri, sustained water damage in its lobby and rotunda after a recent rainstorm, and officials are trying to assess the extent of the problem. Geoff Steele, executive director of the nearly century-old theatre, talked to KY3 in Springfield: ... According to Steele, the Gillioz had never faced Mother … Continue reading Heavy rain causes water damage in lobby, rotunda of Gillioz Theatre in Springfield
High Country Motor Lodge opens in a former Howard Johnson in Flagstaff
A few weeks ago, the High Country Motor Lodge boutique hotel in a former Howard Johnson and a Days Inn along Route 66 in Flagstaff, Arizona, held its grand opening. The hotel was described in a lengthy story (plus lots of photos) by The Points Guy and MSN.com. The rustic aesthetic was elevated by luxurious … Continue reading High Country Motor Lodge opens in a former Howard Johnson in Flagstaff
Landmark Springfield hotel may still have life; zoning panel to hear a new variance request
The sale of the troubled 30-story Wyndham City Centre in downtown Springfield, Illinois, may still have life after the zoning commission found out this week it is scheduled to hear a new variance request for the property next month. The Springfield State Journal-Register reported planning and zoning will hear the request on Sept. 21, with … Continue reading Landmark Springfield hotel may still have life; zoning panel to hear a new variance request
Demolition notice filed on century-old gas station in Eagle Rock area of Los Angeles
A demolition permit has been filed on a 1919 service station along an early alignment of Route 66 in the Eagle Rock section of Los Angeles. Esotouric, which leads bus tours of assorted Los Angeles spots and has been diligent about historic preservation issues in the region, recently flagged the news in an Instagram post: … Continue reading Demolition notice filed on century-old gas station in Eagle Rock area of Los Angeles
City of Chenoa considers redevelopment of an abandoned section of Route 66
The City of Chenoa, Illinois, is considering a redevelopment of a long-abandoned section of Route 66 near the railroad tracks on the city's south side. Most veteran travelers of Route 66 have driven on the four-lane section of Route 66 that curved around the western edge of the town. It was Route 66 from 1946 … Continue reading City of Chenoa considers redevelopment of an abandoned section of Route 66
Historic Route 66 Association of Arizona hands out four cost-share grants worth $10,000 each
The Historic Route 66 Association of Arizona recently awarded four cost-share grants worth $10,000 each to properties. The grant awards were announced in the association's newsletter, which was emailed this week. 1955 Texaco gas station, Winslow ($10,000): Plans include removing exterior paint to expose original white and green porcelain, replacing the garage door with a … Continue reading Historic Route 66 Association of Arizona hands out four cost-share grants worth $10,000 each
Boots Court motel in Carthage now is taking reservations
The Boots Court motel in Carthage, Missouri, began taking reservations for overnight stays last week after the historic Route 66 property underwent months of renovations under new ownership. The motel's Facebook page stated on July 21 it had five rooms ready for overnight guests and welcomed its first customers. The next day, it made the … Continue reading Boots Court motel in Carthage now is taking reservations
Rescue Celebration held at Painted Desert Trading Post site
About 60 people attended Saturday what was termed a Rescue Celebration for the once-moribund Painted Desert Trading Post building on a remote stretch of Route 66 in eastern Arizona. The Route 66 Co-op four years ago bought the long-abandoned property, which was in imminent danger of collapse, and shored up the building so it would … Continue reading Rescue Celebration held at Painted Desert Trading Post site
Missouri panel recommends Boots Court motel to National Register of Historic Places
The Missouri Advisory Council on Historic Preservation on Friday approved the Boots Court motel in Carthage for recommendation to the National Register of Historic Places. The council also recommended the East Town Historic District along an older alignment in Joplin, reported the Joplin Globe. Both recommendations all but assure they will be on the National … Continue reading Missouri panel recommends Boots Court motel to National Register of Historic Places