Route 66 is an American landmark that spans more than half the country, and one small town in Texas takes advantage of its highway proximity.

The Illinois State Capitol building in Springfield, Ill., is located a few blocks north of U.S. Route 66. It’s just one of many attractions and historic landmarks near the historic highway. Photograph ...

California’s stretch of Route 66 is packed with nostalgic stops that celebrate America’s love of the open road. From the neon glow of Roy’s Motel to the quirky charm of Elmer’s Bottle Tree Ranch, each ...

As the 100th anniversary of Route 66 approaches in 2026, join Pulitzer Prize winners Jonathan Bullington and E. Jason Wambsgans as they spotlight the stops and people who live along America’s highway.

Although it was a once-thriving community, this town in New Mexico was officially abandoned in 2011 after decades of ...

The quirky public art pieces along Route 66 are part time capsule, part creative canvas. From fiberglass giants to a man-made forest, these art installations turn Route 66 into an unforgettable, ...

As it winds from Chicago to the Pacific Ocean, Route 66 crosses rivers, canyons and mountains that beg drivers to stop and explore. From swinging bridges and bike trails to desert springs and tram ...

Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. The New Mexico History Museum seeks an artist or artistic team to create an original indoor mural commemorating ...