The owner of Gearhead Curios in Galena, Kansas, has put the property on the market for $450,000. Owner Aaron Perry stated on Facebook Messenger that the price includes Gearhead Curios' inventory, collectibles, the Muffler Man created in his likeness and 10 vacant lots in Galena where he once planned his Petrol Motor Quart motel. Perry … Continue reading Gearhead Curios, plus 10 nearby lots, go up for sale for $450,000
Category: Gas stations
City of Marshfield finishes restoration of century-old gas station that once stood near Niangua
The City of Marshfield, Missouri, recently completed restoration of the Niangua Service Station, which first opened in 1925, shortly before U.S. 66 was certified. KOLR-TV reports that the station now stands along Hubble Drive, next to the Webster County Route 66 marker. "We were able to receive it and get it up here where it … Continue reading City of Marshfield finishes restoration of century-old gas station that once stood near Niangua
Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway announces finalists for 2026 Centennial Awards
The Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway a few days ago announced the finalists for its 2026 Centennial Awards. The awards recognize milestones, preservation achievements, marketing efforts, hospitality and experiences that have helped define Illinois Route 66 since the byway was established in 2005. They coincide with the Mother Road’s centennial year. “We wanted these awards … Continue reading Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway announces finalists for 2026 Centennial Awards
Two initial auctions to liquidate Russell’s Truck & Travel Center museum collection set for this month
Assiter Auctioneers of Canyon, Texas, scheduled two sales this month to liquidate part of the memorabilia and vehicle collection of the former Russell's Truck & Travel Center near Endee, New Mexico. The first online-only auction, which is ongoing, closes the morning of Oct. 10. It includes dozens of classic cars and pickup trucks, motorcycles, gas … Continue reading Two initial auctions to liquidate Russell’s Truck & Travel Center museum collection set for this month
NM Route 66 Alliance sets up gas station-themed booth at Albuquerque’s Balloon Fiesta
If you're going to the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, the New Mexico Department of Tourism's Visitor Center on the fiesta grounds is celebrating the Route 66 centennial with a retro gas-station installation. Marisol Lucero, Tourism Development director, reached out to the New Mexico Route 66 Alliance to create a one-of-a-kind tourism information tourism center. Alliance … Continue reading NM Route 66 Alliance sets up gas station-themed booth at Albuquerque’s Balloon Fiesta
Town of Normal names Terri Ryburn its Citizen of the Year
The Town of Normal, Illinois, recently named Terri Ryburn, ambassador of the Route 66 landmark Sprague's Service Station, as its 2026 Citizen of the Year. Mayor Chris Koos recognized Ryburn's renovations of the station and other work documenting the history of Route 66, reported WGLT radio. More from the town's Facebook page: The honor serves … Continue reading Town of Normal names Terri Ryburn its Citizen of the Year
Terri Ryburn at Ryburn Place of Sprague’s Super Service to retire at the end of 2026
Terri Ryburn, the de facto savior of the historic Sprague's Super Service gas station in Normal, Illinois, recently announced she is retiring from the station's Ryburn Place shop and visitor's center at the end of the year. Ryburn stated on Facebook: "I have loved meeting so many interesting and fun people at Ryburn Place at … Continue reading Terri Ryburn at Ryburn Place of Sprague’s Super Service to retire at the end of 2026
ASAP Energy sells properties, including Lucille’s Roadhouse restaurants, to Casey’s
Rick and Sheila Koch announced earlier this month they were selling over a dozen ASAP Energy properties in Oklahoma, including Lucille's Rhoadhouse restaurants in Weatherford and Clinton. The Casey's convenience store megachain is purchasing the properties. "We want more for our Employees - more opportunities for professional growth, more resources, and more possibilities for long-term … Continue reading ASAP Energy sells properties, including Lucille’s Roadhouse restaurants, to Casey’s
Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership announces 14 Preservation & Economic Development grant recipients
The Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership recently announced it was awarding a total of 14 Preservation & Economic Development Grants worth $2,500 each in 2026. Recipients were chosen from 124 applications. Qualifying projects were reviewed by an independent review committee from across the eight Route 66 states. Eligible activities included capital improvements, historic preservation planning … Continue reading Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership announces 14 Preservation & Economic Development grant recipients
Seaba Station Motorcycle Museum near Warwick soon will change ownership
The Seaba Station Motorcycle Museum, housed in a century-old former gas station on Route 66 near Warwick, Oklahoma, soon will change hands for the first time in 17 years. Owner Jerry Ries told KOCO-TV in nearby Oklahoma City that it was time to turn the keys of the property over to someone else. “You put … Continue reading Seaba Station Motorcycle Museum near Warwick soon will change ownership