It has now become a rush to preserve the bridge in Eureka, Missouri along Route 66. The bridge is on the National Register of Historic Places, but unless $575,000 is …
Missouri DOT to Install Solar Panels on Route 66
On Route 66 in Conway, Missouri, the Missouri Department of Transportation will be installing solar panels. These will be the first solar panels installed on Route 66. “… part of …
Officials Attempt to Preserve Route 66 Bridge
Officials are working to try to preserve a bridge in Eureka along Route 66. According to the Columbia Tribune article, “It’s an important part of the Mother Road, a connection …
Route 66 Car Museum Opens in Springfield
The Route 66 Car Museum is opening June 15 thanks to a man’s love for collecting cars. Guy Mace is making that happen. According to the news-leader.com article, “I have …
Route 66 Tandem Provides Free Biking for the Blind
Route 66 Tandem has made it possible for blind people to enjoy riding a bike along Springfield with tandem bikes. According to the news leader article, “I started this last …
19th Annual Edwardsville Route 66 Festival Kicks Off June 10
The Edwardsville Route 66 Festival begins June 10 with several activities planned for the whole family. According to the Intelligencer article, “The Edwardsville Route 66 Festival is entering its 19th …
Route 66 Music and Film Festival Coming to Tulsa
Tulsa will have it’s first annual Route 66 music and film festival September 8-11 this year. Tickets for the Mother Road Revival Weekend start at $35 and can be bought …
Amarillo Officials Propose Cultural District on Route 66
Amarillo city officials are proposing a cultural district that includes Route 66. Amarillo’s Route 66 doesn’t get much attraction, so that’s the main reason for the cultural district proposal. According …
Route 66 Museum Set to Open
A Route 66 museum is set to open June 1. The Heart of Route 66 Museum will have a soft opening June 1. The museum, that will feature vintage cars, …
“The Floating Hanger” Artwork Added Along Route 66
Tulsa, Oklahoma recently added a piece of artwork to Route 66. “The Floating Hanger,” created by artist, Eileen Gay was placed at the Route 66 West Gateway Plaza. According to …