Speakeasy coming to Big Chief Roadhouse in Wildwood

The historic Big Chief Roadhouse along the original alignment of Route 66 in Wildwood, Missouri, will open a speakeasy later this month. West Newsmagazine had the details: It’s set to open on March 28 at Big Chief on the second floor. Although no password will be required to get in, visitors will have to enter … Continue reading Speakeasy coming to Big Chief Roadhouse in Wildwood

City of Wildwood wants a Route 66 roadside park before highway’s centennial

A historic preservation commission for the City of Wildwood, Missouri, wants to build a Route 66 roadside park before the centennial of the historic highway in 2026. West Newsmagazine reported some details about the commission's efforts to capitalize on the Mother Road: The Historic Preservation Commission has proposed to establish a Historic Route 66 Roadside … Continue reading City of Wildwood wants a Route 66 roadside park before highway’s centennial

Big Chief Roadhouse marks 90th year in Wildwood

The Big Chief Roadhouse, which sits along an old alignment of Route 66 in Wildwood, Missouri. recently celebrated its 90th anniversary. The Lancer Feed, a newspaper created by students at Lafayette High School in Wildwood, created this video from the Sept. 14 celebration: https://youtu.be/38_lRMseNlY The restaurant's website contains an extensive history here. The Big Chief … Continue reading Big Chief Roadhouse marks 90th year in Wildwood