Decopolis, a gift shop "where science and magic meet adventure," recently installed a large, Art Deco-inspired "Tuisa 66" sign in front of its second location on the city's east side. Here's a look at the 30-by-30-foot sign, which will feature neon lighting that will be installed later. More images from the sign's installation: Decopolis owner … Continue reading New Decopolis store in Tulsa installs huge “Tulsa 66” sign
U.S. may require foreign travelers to disclose five years of their social media history
In a move that may create a chilling effect on foreigners' travel of Route 66, the U.S. plans to require travelers to disclose five years of their social media history as a condition of entry. The plan, posted on the Federal Register, was reported by the BBC and several U.S. news outlets, as well. The … Continue reading U.S. may require foreign travelers to disclose five years of their social media history
City of Tulsa wins grant to install “musical road” along Route 66
The City of Tulsa is receiving a $90,000 grant from the Oklahoma Route 66 Revitalization Grant Program to build a "musical road" along Route 66. According to the Oklahoma Route 66 Association, it would be the first such road in the Sooner State. The musical road in Tulsa will be installed on the Southwest Boulevard … Continue reading City of Tulsa wins grant to install “musical road” along Route 66
Santa Rosa receives $500,000 state grant to build Mother Road Bike Park
The City of Santa Rosa, New Mexico, recently landed a $499,999 state grant to begin building a Mother Road Bike Park, with a centerpiece that's designed to resemble a Route 66 gas station. The print edition of The Communicator newspaper in Santa Rosa reported that the grant came from the Outdoor Recreation Trails+ program of … Continue reading Santa Rosa receives $500,000 state grant to build Mother Road Bike Park
Former Route 66 bridge moved to roadside park near Hydro
A historic Route 66 bridge was removed and recently placed at the site of a forthcoming Route 66 roadside park outside of Hydro, Oklahoma. The Weatherford Daily News posted this short video of workers placing the 1930 truss bridge at the site: The newspaper reported: Hydro was awarded $496,000 by the Oklahoma Route 66 Commission … Continue reading Former Route 66 bridge moved to roadside park near Hydro
“Birthplace of Route 66 Plaza” planned for downtown Springfield
A “Birthplace of Route 66 Plaza” is planned for downtown Springfield, Missouri, at the spot where local highway officials chose No. 66 for the Chicago-to-Los Angeles highway. The spot at Jefferson Avenue at Park Central East is the former site of the long-gone Colonial Hotel. That's where transportation officials chose No. 66 for the highway and … Continue reading “Birthplace of Route 66 Plaza” planned for downtown Springfield
OKC Council approves placement of Big Boot sculpture near Cowboy Museum
It's official -- the Big Boot sculpture will be placed at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City. KWTV reported that the City Council last week approved the plan to install the 35-foot-tall art installation east of the famed museum just off an alignment of Route 66. Originally planned for a location … Continue reading OKC Council approves placement of Big Boot sculpture near Cowboy Museum
California Roadhouse to replace Rusty’s Surf Ranch on Santa Monica Pier
California Roadhouse soon will replace the recently closed Rusty's Surf Ranch restaurant and music venue on the Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica, California. The Santa Monica Daily Press reported: The venture is the brainchild of Sean Ahaus, a Santa Monica native and current co-owner of VITO, a neighborhood restaurant at 2807 Ocean Park Blvd. … Continue reading California Roadhouse to replace Rusty’s Surf Ranch on Santa Monica Pier
Groundbreaking set for Dec. 11 on Hub City Gateway in Clinton
A ceremonial groundbreaking will be held on Dec. 11 for the Hub City Gateway, a Route 66 landmark that will welcome travelers into Clinton, Oklahoma, and mark an original section of the historic highway. The project will feature a two-sided gateway that spells “Clinton” for travelers in one direction and “Route 66” in the other, … Continue reading Groundbreaking set for Dec. 11 on Hub City Gateway in Clinton
The Avery Hotel project along Route 66 in Tulsa is off the table
The Avery Hotel project along Route 66 in Tulsa that was announced this summer has fallen through. The Tulsa World reported recently, citing the developer, that the plan to convert the long-closed Hawks Dairy Building at 11th Street (aka Route 66) and Lewis Avenue into a 100-room hotel has fizzled. The hotel would have been … Continue reading The Avery Hotel project along Route 66 in Tulsa is off the table