Interstate 44 construction affecting Route 66 in Wellston, Oklahoma, was finally completed this month, reopening the highway to traffic for the first time and eliminating detours that had complicated travel through the area. The Oklahoma Route 66 Association recently passed along information about the reopening: The Oklahoma Department of Transportation stated that work would be … Continue reading Route 66 at Wellston is fully reopened to traffic
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Holiday leftovers
Here are a few items that have crossed the Route 66 News desk in recent weeks: --- The board of directors of the Route 66 Mother Road Festival distributed $10,000 to five local charities in the Springfield, Illinois, area. For the first time in the event’s history, funds generated by the festival were distributed to … Continue reading Holiday leftovers
Three classic neon signs in Williams receive $35,000 in grants for restoration
Two grants totaling $35,000 will help restore three neon signs along the Route 66 corridor of Williams, Arizona. The neon signs that will be restored belong to the Turquoise Teepee, Canyon Club, and the World Famous Sultana Bar -- all along that city's Route 66 corridor. The Williams News (subscription required) reported that a $25,000 grant from the … Continue reading Three classic neon signs in Williams receive $35,000 in grants for restoration
Historic Turkey Creek Bridge near Canute repaired after vehicle accident damages it
Give credit where credit's due -- the Oklahoma Department of Transportation restored the original look to a historic bridge on Route 66 that sustained damage in an accident. The Oklahoma Route 66 Association reports the Turkey Creek Bridge east of Canute was damaged during a single-car accident on Oct. 17. The post includes photographs of … Continue reading Historic Turkey Creek Bridge near Canute repaired after vehicle accident damages it
Lebanon-Laclede County Route 66 Society lands grant to restore Campbell 66 Express trailer
The Lebanon-Laclede County Route 66 Society announced last week it received a $2,100 grant to help restore a trailer once used by the long-defunct Campbell 66 Express trucking firm. The grant was provided by the Route 66 Preservation and Economic Development Program through the Route 66 Road Ahead initiative, according to the society in a … Continue reading Lebanon-Laclede County Route 66 Society lands grant to restore Campbell 66 Express trailer
The Road Crew booked for pre-party of 2026 Texas Old Route 66 Association Motor Tour
The Texas Old Route 66 Association announced this week that The Road Crew music group will perform on Oct. 1 at the pre-party of the association's 2026 Motor Tour in Shamrock, Texas. The fifth annual Route 66 Motor Tour will take place on Oct. 2-3, 2026, during the highway's centennial. The Nashville-based group, called "America's … Continue reading The Road Crew booked for pre-party of 2026 Texas Old Route 66 Association Motor Tour
Neon sign returned to Skyliner Motel in Stroud after its restoration
The owners of the Skyliner Motel in Stroud, Oklahoma, on Saturday celebrated the return and restoration of the vintage neon sign there. Here are some images from the event, via the Route 66 motel's page on Facebook: Earlier this summer, the motel posted images of the sign being taken down and its restoration: Charles Palmer … Continue reading Neon sign returned to Skyliner Motel in Stroud after its restoration
Rand McNally named Official Map Provider for Route 66 Centennial
Rand McNally Publishing was recently named the Official Map Provider for the Route 66 Centennial. As North America's leading map and navigation company since 1872, Rand McNally will produce the Official Route 66 Centennial Anniversary Map — the definitive resource honoring the Mother Road's 100th Anniversary. This Centennial map will serve as both a travel … Continue reading Rand McNally named Official Map Provider for Route 66 Centennial
Google Arts & Culture Route 66 Storytelling Hub goes live
The Google Arts & Culture Route 66 Storytelling Hub was recently designated as an official Route 66 Centennial Project sanctioned by the Route 66 Centennial Commission. This new digital experience brings the history, culture and communities of America’s Mother Road to life through immersive storytelling, photographs and archival materials. Here's a video about the online project: https://youtu.be/XjCyd4RSWQA?si=FBSW8-bnMk5QbBOd Here … Continue reading Google Arts & Culture Route 66 Storytelling Hub goes live
Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway minting a 13-coin set commemorating Route 66’s centennial
The Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway recently announced the creation of a special, limited-edition, 13-coin collector set to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Route 66 in 2026. This set will highlight the most cherished and iconic stops along the Illinois portion of the Mother Road. The commemorative set will feature 12 coins, each showcasing a popular attraction or … Continue reading Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway minting a 13-coin set commemorating Route 66’s centennial