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
New murals help brighten Route 66 corridors in Collinsville, Edwardsville, Yukon
New murals that recently were painted in Collinsville and Edwardsville, Illinois, and Yukon, Oklahoma, are brightening the drive on Route 66 in those towns. The one that was finished this week in Edwardsville is part of the Route 66 Mural Art Trail, where 12 murals are planned along Route 66 in Illinois. The Edwardsville mural … Continue reading New murals help brighten Route 66 corridors in Collinsville, Edwardsville, Yukon
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
Will new exits off the Turner Turnpike improve the fortunes of Route 66 towns in Oklahoma?
The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority's Access Oklahoma initiative plans to add 14 new exits from its toll-road system, including several near Route 66 towns between Oklahoma City and Tulsa. The Oklahoman examined that stretch of Route 66, especially the small town of Davenport, which hopes the new access from Interstate 44 will bring them new businesses … Continue reading Will new exits off the Turner Turnpike improve the fortunes of Route 66 towns in Oklahoma?
California Historic Route 66 Needles to Barstow National Scenic Byway earns national award
The National Scenic Byway Foundation recently gave a Hospitality Award to the California Historic Route 66 Needles to Barstow Scenic Byway. The byway was one of eight that received an award during the national dinner and ceremony in Leavenworth, Kansas, in May. The Victorville Daily Press reported: The Needles to Barstow National Scenic Byway was … Continue reading California Historic Route 66 Needles to Barstow National Scenic Byway earns national award
Needles Regional Museum to mark 47th birthday of Spike from the “Peanuts” comic strip
The Needles Regional Museum along Route 66 in Needles, California, on Aug. 13 will mark the 47th birthday of Spike, the hat-wearing, mustachioed dog who lives in the desert near Needles in the "Peanuts" comic strip. Spike, who is Snoopy's brother, first appeared in the comic on Aug. 13, 1975. According to the museum, "Peanuts" … Continue reading Needles Regional Museum to mark 47th birthday of Spike from the “Peanuts” comic strip
Gallup Intertribal Ceremonial marks its centennial next month
The Gallup Intertribal Ceremonial will celebrate its 100th year in Gallup, New Mexico, during its Aug. 4-14 event at Red Rock Park. According to a news release: One of New Mexico’s longest-running events, the Ceremonial Centennial Celebration will be a mixture of in-person and virtual events. Scheduled events include: One World Beat (the theme of … Continue reading Gallup Intertribal Ceremonial marks its centennial next month
Angel Delgadillo inducted into Arizona Tourism Hall of Fame
Angel Delgadillo of Seligman, Arizona, last week was inducted into the Arizona Tourism Hall of Fame for his championing of Route 66 for decades. The honor occurred July 14 during the 2022 Governor’s Tourism Awards Gala in Paradise Valley. The award is given to a person "who has earned a lifetime distinction through many years … Continue reading Angel Delgadillo inducted into Arizona Tourism Hall of Fame
Rockwood Motor Court to relight a replica of its original neon sign on Aug. 13
The Rockwood Motor Court in Springfield, Missouri, will host a relighting ceremony on Aug. 13 for a replica of its original neon sign. The Route 66 motel didn't specify a time, but sunset that day will be at 8:07 p.m. local time, with darkness occurring about 30 minutes after that. Keep in mind that darkness … Continue reading Rockwood Motor Court to relight a replica of its original neon sign on Aug. 13