Three entities involved in Route 66 groups or towns win grants from National Trust fund

Three entities, including one dedicated to preserving the endangered Gasconade River Bridge in Missouri, recently received grants from the National Trust Preservation Fund. More about the bridge award from the National Trust's news release: The Route 66 Association of Missouri, Inc. was awarded $5,000 from the Kansas and Missouri Preservation Fund to hire an engineering … Continue reading Three entities involved in Route 66 groups or towns win grants from National Trust fund

Edmond museum awarded a grant for new Route 66 exhibit

The Edmond Historical Society & Museum in Edmond, Oklahoma, recently received a $2,800 grant from the Oklahoma Historical Society to help pay for a Route 66 exhibit. The Edmond Sun newspaper reported: "Because of Edmond's placement along Route 66, visitors are eager to learn more about our role in the history of the Mother Road," … Continue reading Edmond museum awarded a grant for new Route 66 exhibit