A large neon sign that welcomes travelers on Route 66 in Albuquerque was lit for the first time a few days ago. KOB-TV in Albuquerque produced video of the lighting ceremony. The sign, created by Zeon Signs in Albuquerque, is 25 feet long and double-sided. It's on Central Avenue (aka Route 66) near Tramway on … Continue reading New Albuquerque welcome sign on Route 66 goes live
Tag: Albuquerque
Partially collapsed Albuquerque building that housed Lindy’s Diner is torn down by the city
A city-hired demolition crew recently tore down what was left of the historic Bliss Building in downtown Albuquerque, which once housed Lindy's Diner. The city took over the demolition after the 120-year-old building's owners ditched plans to clean up and raze the site, The Paper reported. The owners obtained a demolition permit on May 29 … Continue reading Partially collapsed Albuquerque building that housed Lindy’s Diner is torn down by the city
Asleep At the Wheel announces Route 66 Centennial Tour
The iconic western swing band Asleep At the Wheel this week announced a Route 66 Centennial Tour in August and September, where it will perform at selected Route 66 cities. "Come Get Your Kicks on Route 66!" the band stated on its Facebook page. Here is the list of dates, cities and venues: Aug. 20: … Continue reading Asleep At the Wheel announces Route 66 Centennial Tour
Loyola’s Family Restaurant in Albuquerque for sale for $775,000
The historic Loyola's Family Restaurant in Albuquerque has been put on the market with an asking price of $775,000. The restaurant at 4500 Central Ave. (aka Route 66) will continue to operate in the interim, reported Albuquerque Business First (subscription required). Loyola's is being listed through Absolute Investment Realty. It initially was listed for $1.1 … Continue reading Loyola’s Family Restaurant in Albuquerque for sale for $775,000
Partially collapsed building that housed Lindy’s Diner in Albuquerque will be torn down
The historic Bliss Building that housed Lindy's Diner in downtown Albuquerque will be torn down as soon as this week after it partly collapsed in late April. KOB-TV reports that Guzman Construction Solutions received a demolition permit on Friday for the building at 500 Central Ave. “The Bliss Building has been part of Albuquerque’s story … Continue reading Partially collapsed building that housed Lindy’s Diner in Albuquerque will be torn down
Albuquerque soon will unveil a large neon sign on Route 66 on the city’s east side
A 25-foot-long. double-sided neon sign will soon be installed along East Central Avenue (aka Route 66) in Albuquerque. KRQE-TV in Albuquerque reports that city councilor Renee Grout said the sign will be installed west of Tramway Boulevard. “Well, I love the silhouette of the different buildings. And then it’s going to be the backdrop is … Continue reading Albuquerque soon will unveil a large neon sign on Route 66 on the city’s east side
Via Booking.com, travelers can take a Route 66 road trip in a vintage car for $1
Booking.com, an Official Travel Partner of the Route 66 Centennial, is offering a road trip experience this spring that puts travelers behind the wheel of a movie-inspired classic car. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity arrives as road trips continue to rise in popularity. Booking.com's research shows the U.S. is one of the top road-trip markets in the world. … Continue reading Via Booking.com, travelers can take a Route 66 road trip in a vintage car for $1
Route 66 Motorheads to host Centennial Cultural Program honoring journey of ultramarathoner
As part of celebrating Route 66's centennial, Route 66 Motorheads in Springfield, Illinois, will host a centennial cultural gathering on June 6 centered around the journey of endurance runner Tomasz Sobania. The day begins with the independently organized Route 66 Centennial 5K Footrace at the Illinois State Fairgrounds and continues at Motorheads with an invitation-only … Continue reading Route 66 Motorheads to host Centennial Cultural Program honoring journey of ultramarathoner
Wall of Lindy’s Diner in Albuquerque collapses one week after it was forced to close
A front wall of Lindy's Diner in downtown Albuquerque suddenly collapsed Monday one week after the city forced the Route 66 restaurant to close due to structural issues. No one was hurt in the collapse. KOB-TV acquired footage of the building when it collapsed about noon. KRQE-TV also acquired video from a passerby of the … Continue reading Wall of Lindy’s Diner in Albuquerque collapses one week after it was forced to close
City of Albuquerque closes Lindy’s Diner over fears wall might collapse
Lindy's Diner in downtown Albuquerque was ordered closed Monday by the City of Albuquerque's code-enforcement division after an inspection found serious structural issues. According to KRQE-TV, inspectors discovered that the northeast exterior wall of the century-old building is at risk of collapsing and structural supports are failing, causing the roof and the second floor to … Continue reading City of Albuquerque closes Lindy’s Diner over fears wall might collapse