US 66 was a primary route for those who migrated west, especially during the Dust Bowl of the 1930s, and it supported the economies of the communities through which it passed.

Route 66 was one of the United States' first continuous stretches of paved highway, and served as a major path for those who migrated to the West. "The Mother Road" was established on November …

Route 66 was one of the first national highways for motor vehicles in the United States and one that became an icon in American popular culture. It ran from Chicago to Santa Monica, California, and …

Jun 27, 2022 · U.S. Highway 66 — popularly known as Route 66 — embodies a complex, rich history that goes well beyond any chronicle of the road itself. An artery of transportation, an agent of social …

Dec 5, 2025 · Discover Route 66’s evolution through its iconic stops, from historic settlements to today’s landmarks—perfect inspiration for future road trips.

Aug 7, 2025 · Established in the 1920s as part of the first federal highway system, Route 66 connected the plains of Chicago to the Pacific Ocean in California. In its early days, it attracted Dust Bowl …

Dec 4, 2025 · Route 66 is America’s most famous road trip, running 2,448 miles from Chicago to Santa Monica. For generations, people dreamed of taking on the flagship road trip with a top-down Cadillac …

Route 66 was created on November 11, 1926. While other routes were longer or older, Route 66 was the shortest highway that was usable year-round, and served as a physical and economic lifeline …

Sep 1, 2025 · Take a nostalgic drive down US Route 66 with this guide to its most iconic stops, from Chicago to Santa Monica. Plan your next great American road trip.

Feb 22, 2025 · Plan your trip from California to Illinois, a state-by-state guide on Route 66: its alignment, itinerary, towns, sights, maps, things to do, places to visit, and more!