The New Mexico Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series is launching on Jan. 24 in the Albuquerque metro area and will continue throughout the year. The first day of the series will have a dozen speakers lined up, with additional ones each successive month. All events are free. The lectures repeat throughout the locations. In addition … Continue reading New Mexico Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series begins on Jan. 24
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Balloon Museum in Albuquerque launches student art contest for Route 66 centennial show
The Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum is inviting K-12 students across the Albuquerque metro area to help bring the magic of hot air balloons to life as part of a special youth art exhibition celebrating the Route 66 centennial. Opening in June, the museum’s Route 66 exhibit will feature a black-and-white mural created by … Continue reading Balloon Museum in Albuquerque launches student art contest for Route 66 centennial show
New Mexico History Museum in Santa Fe unveils Route 66 centennial mural
The New Mexico History Museum in Santa Fe recently unveiled a mural that commemorates Route 66's centennial this year. Albuquerque artist Molly Mendenhall created the artwork, titled “Mother Road Coming into Color," reported KRQE-TV in Albuquerque. She came up with the idea to depict the changing landscape of New Mexico through time, largely defined by … Continue reading New Mexico History Museum in Santa Fe unveils Route 66 centennial mural
Tewa Lodge motel in Albuquerque converted into a recovery center
The historic Tewa Lodge motel in Albuquerque has been reopened and is now a site for those recovering from addiction and homelessness, thanks to the help of a nonprofit organization. KRQE-TV in Albuquerque reports that the Unconditional Love Foundation reopened the Route 66 motel after addressing problems with code violations and crime. In the program, … Continue reading Tewa Lodge motel in Albuquerque converted into a recovery center
Range Cafe, formerly the Standard Diner in Albuquerque, closing this month
The Range Cafe at 320 Central Ave. in Albuquerque, which previously operated as the Standard Diner, is closing this weekend. The operators of the Route 66 restaurant said they decided to close that location because the building probably will be sold, reported KOB-TV in Albuquerque. The last day is Dec. 27. The move comes after … Continue reading Range Cafe, formerly the Standard Diner in Albuquerque, closing this month
Route 66 gateway neon sign on Central Avenue in Albuquerque is restored
The large neon gateway sign on Route 66 on Albuquerque's west side recently received a facelift. KRQE-TV in Albuquerque reports that the city’s Department of Municipal Development joined with Zeon Signs to restore the sign at Central Avenue and 65th Street. The company said they cleaned out the whole sign, repainted it, and added new … Continue reading Route 66 gateway neon sign on Central Avenue in Albuquerque is restored
Crossroads Motel in Albuquerque listed for sale for $3 million
The Crossroads Motel, perhaps best known for its appearances in the now-legendary AMC-TV drama "Breaking Bad," has been listed for sale for $3 million. The Albuquerque Journal reports that the Route 66 motel, located at 1001 E. Central Ave. off Interstate 25, is being listed by Absolute Investment Realty of Albuquerque. Up until mid-2025, the … Continue reading Crossroads Motel in Albuquerque listed for sale for $3 million
New neon sign unveiled at Old Town Albuquerque along Route 66
The Old Town area of Albuquerque recently unveiled a new neon sign along Route 66. The Scene ABQ posted an image of the sign, which was paid for with a state tourism grant, on social media: For those unfamiliar, Old Town is the historic original town site of Albuquerque, established in 1706 by territorial Gov. … Continue reading New neon sign unveiled at Old Town Albuquerque along Route 66
Founders of Frontier Restaurant to be honored by New Mexico Restaurant Association
The founders of the iconic Frontier Restaurant along Route 66 in Albuquerque will be given the lifetime achievement award at the New Mexico Restaurant Association’s Hospitality Industry Awards. Larry and Dorothy Rainosek founded the Frontier near the University of New Mexico campus in 1971. They also later founded the small Golden Pride restaurant chain in … Continue reading Founders of Frontier Restaurant to be honored by New Mexico Restaurant Association
City of Albuquerque searches for new managers of historic KiMo Theatre
The City of Albuquerque is searching for new operators of a Route 66 landmark, the historic KiMo Theatre in the downtown area. KRQE-TV in Albuquerque reports that the city has issued a request for proposals to find new managers. The city’s Arts and Culture Department had run the venue for decades. City Councilor Joaquin Baca … Continue reading City of Albuquerque searches for new managers of historic KiMo Theatre