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Immortalised in dozens of blockbuster classics since its opening in 1926, Route 66 symbolises freedom, top-down adventure and ...
Known as "Okies," these migrants primarily traveled along Route 66, which became a lifeline to California's fertile lands. The road was not just a path but a symbol of hope and resilience. In John ...
One Century, One Road Route 66, ‘The Main Street of America,’ turns 100 By Jonathan Bullington and E. Jason Wambsgans It was created to connect us, a fused chain of existing ...
With its 100th birthday on the horizon, Route 66 will soon be in the spotlight again. Now, a new book chronicling the history ...
A new exhibition at the Coconino Center for the Arts showcases real life along America's Mother Road, Route 66.
Ross and Graham explained that Cole, then an emerging jazz artist, asked Troup to finish the tune for an upcoming recording ...
Get your kicks on a Route 66 road trip—this 2,448-mile journey from Chicago to Santa Monica is a trip down memory lane of our nation's history.
This will not be possible all the time, as some original sections of the road no longer exist, but whenever I can, I shall stay committed to taking every detour back to the real Route 66. I say ...
The American Route 66 (also known as The Mother Road, the Will Rogers Highway, the Main Street of America and God knows how many other names) ...
Even after nearly a century, Route 66 still turns a cross-country drive into something unforgettable. America’s most famous highway still knows how to deliver a great story and a fantastic photo op.
Learn how to drive Route 66 as we’ve brought together our biggest collection of tips, tricks, dos, and don’ts for your road trip along the Mother Road!
At 98, Angel Delgadillo’s entire life has played out along what John Steinbeck called “the mother road.” And the historic road likely wouldn’t exist today without him.