The campground’s name pays tribute to the National Old Trails Highway, a project in the early 1900s that Route 66 was largely ...

With Route 66 turning 100 on Nov. 11, 2026, there are a plethora of museums and roadside attractions to see along the historic Mother Road.

The attraction has become a highlight for Route 66 enthusiasts, who recognize how it captures the spirit of the Mother Road’s golden age. In many ways, Uranus is a modern interpretation of the giant ...

Mother Road’ celebrating centennial next year; Route 66 stretches about 100 miles through Southwestern Illinois.

The french fries complete the holy trinity of roadside dining – crisp exterior giving way to fluffy potato interior, properly salted and substantial enough to stand up to ketchup or, for the ...

State legislators authorized $3.75 million to help keep daily commercial flights operating between Springfield and Chicago.

Illinois State Museum unveils 100 personal Route 66 oral histories, featuring travelers and locals, honoring the Mother ...

The Route 66 Oral History Project database includes video-recorded interviews and world-searchable written transcriptions.

Hailed as the nation's best road trip, this winding route stops at countless towns and attractions, and it's having a big ...

With the ‘Mother Road’ celebrating its 100th birthday next year, Laura French goes back to where it all began and explores ...

Route 66, often referred to as the “Mother Road,” is more than just a highway; it’s an enduring symbol of American car ...