WHERE THE MOTHER ROAD BEGINS

Since 1926

Route 66 defined a remarkable era in our nation’s history – and it lives on today in Illinois' many Route 66 roadside attractions, museums, and restaurants – it's the shining ribbon of blacktop we call 'The Mother Road'.

Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway

Featured Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway Member

Bloomington, IL

Located in the heart of historic downtown Bloomington, IL The Hangar Art Co. is a local gallery that showcases a diverse and ever changing curation of local and regional artist. Founded in 2020 by 3 local artist, The Hangar Art Co. was meant to offer a larger space for the art community to showcases all types of works for purchase including paintings, sculptures & photography, offering many options in sizes and prices. The Hangar Art Co. is kid friendly, pet friendly, and veteran owned.

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Events on Illinois Route 66

Colorado Byway National Byways Symposium

Colorado Byway Alamosa, CO, United States

Byway Leaders, Byway State Coordinators, Byway Consultants - All are invited to attend the Colorado Byway Symposium, May 1-4, 2024. Registration is limited to 200 participants. Deadline to register is…

2024 Illinois Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor Festival

Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL, United States

This two-day festival, May 4th & 5th, is all about family fun on the most famous two-lane highway in America - Route 66. Sponsored by the fourteen communities which make…

2nd Annual Spring Vendor Market at Pink Elephant Antique Mall

Pink Elephant Antique Mall 908 Veterans Memorial Dr., Livingston, IL, United States

Join us in the sideyard for our Annual Spring Vendor Market. There will be a variety of vendors selling diverse items such as antiques, collectibles, handmade items, art, plants, jewelry,…

Dinner on the Diamond

Robin Roberts Stadium 1415 N Grand Ave E., Springfield, IL, United States

Join the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes for a spectacular evening under the stars at our ‘Dinner on the Diamond’ event, where history meets the baseball diamond. Chicago Cubs legend and Hall…