
OKLAHOMA ROUTE 66 MUSEUM - Contains an
extensive collection of Route 66 artifacts, road signs, vintage automobiles, and
much more, all arranged as in actual use. Visitors walk through Route 66 history
every step of the way! Make a stop in our Gift Shop for a large variety of Route
66 books, signs, maps, artwork and more! 2229 West Gary Avenue,
Clinton, Oklahoma 73601.
Phone: 580-323-7866
NATIONAL ROUTE 66 MUSEUM - Home of the
National Museum specifically dedicated to the promotion, preservation and
restoration of Route 66. The Museum Gift Shop is well stocked with books, maps,
art and various Route 66 memorabilia. 2717 West 3rd Street, Elk City, Oklahoma
73644, Phone: 580-225-6266
ROUTE 66 MOTHER ROAD MUSEUM - Dedicated
to the Spirit of Route 66 and located in the historic Harvey House in, the
museum displays a collection of historic photographs and artifacts related to
Route 66 and the Mojave Desert communities. Exhibits include development of
America's Route 66 from early pioneer trails, railroad and automotive history.
681 North First Avenue, Barstow, California 92311
CALIFORNIA ROUTE 66 MUSEUM - The
California Route 66 Museum will introduce you to the adventure that awaits you
along the legendary Highway. Over 4000 sq of historic Displays, browse through
our extensive library and look over the array of Route 66 books, maps, and
videos available in our complete gift store. And of course see the famous
Hullaville Display. 16825 "D" Street, Victorville, California 92393, Phone:
760-951-0436
POWERHOUSE MUSEUM AND VISITORS CENTER - A
vast display of early railroad years and Route 66 located in the old powerhouse
building in downtown Historic Kingman. Contains a very large miniature
multi-train layout where locomotives pulling railcars chug along the tracks
throughout the entire museum. 120 West Andy Devine Avenue, Kingman,
Arizona 86402. Phone: 928-753-5001
FRANK PHILLIPS' FAVORITE FILLING STATION
- A classic 1930 cottage style Phillips 66 filling station located on Route 66,
which is Main Street in Chandler, Oklahoma. Currently being restored to original
Phillips Petroleum Company specifications.
BARBWIRE MUSEUM - This museum and site
includes the history of barbed wire, cattle brands, Titanic connection, museum
mercantile, McLean, Texas Route 66 and other links. P.O. Box 66,
McLean, Texas 79057, Phone: 806-779-3164
NEEDLES REGIONAL MUSEUM - The story of Needles and the Colorado River from
1800’s to present. Exhibits of artifacts, heritage fashions, Indian
history, pottery and beadwork, military activity, railroad and Historic Route
66. 929 Front St., PO Box 978, Needles, CA 92363, (760)326-5678, Monday –
Saturday; 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
HISTORIC HARVEY HOUSE - EL GARCES - Harvey House Train Station opened in 1908.
A neoclassical building with touches of Old Spain. El Garces was known as
the “Crown Jewel” of the Fred Harvey chain of fine hotel-restaurants along the
Santa Fe Railroad. This treasure is being restored. Front & G St.,
Needles, CA.
For more information about the restoration efforts contact: Friends of El Garces.
President:
Jerry Lewis Tours are the second
Saturday of each month Sep - May.
WORLD'S LARGEST CATSUP BOTTLE - Built in
1949, this unique water tower was saved from demolition and restored to its
original glory in 1995. Located in Collinsville, Illinois, this roadside
attraction landmark was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in
2002.
AMERICAN DINER MUSEUM - Since 1996, the
American Diner Museum has been focused on celebrating and preserving the
cultural and historical significance of the American diner, a unique American
institution. The museum also hopes to recognize and share the importance of
diners nationally and internationally.
GOFFS SCHOOL HOUSE AND MUSEUM
- The Goffs Schoolhouse is a one-room mission-style desert school
built in 1914 to serve the needs of families of railroaders, homesteaders, Route
66 merchants, miners, and ranchers. The schoolhouse was used until 1937 and was
restored by the nonprofit Mojave Desert Heritage and Cultural Association (MDHCA)
in 1998. It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2001. The
MDHCA maintains the schoolhouse and an outdoor museum of desert artifacts at the
70 acre Goffs Cultural Center while continuing its mission to gather and
preserve the history of the Mojave desert. The schoolhouse and surrounding
grounds are open for public visitation the first weekend of each month from
January through June and October through December 9:00 A.M. through 5:00 P.M.
For additional information contact: Jo Ann Casebier, Mojave Desert Heritage &
Cultural Association, 37198 Lanfair Road -- Goffs, Essex, CA 92332, Phone:
760-733-4482
SAN BERNARDINO ROUTE 66 MUSEUM - On December 12, 1998 a significant
bit of San Bernardino history at 14th and "E" Streets was revived to local
prominence. Once again the imposing red sign with white lettering announced 15
cent hamburgers beneath the sawed-off arch that became the icon of American fast
food. This was the 50th anniversary of the birth of McDonald's on the site where
it all began. The original stand is long gone, but the building on its premises
is now home to an unofficial McDonald's museum.
WESTERN AMERICA RAILROAD MUSEUM - The Western America Railroad Museum
collects, preserves and shares the history of railroading in the Pacific
Southwest for all who love railroads and railroading. The museum provides
educational forums with interpretive and historical displays which focus on both
Railroad History and the development of Railroad Technology.
ROUTE 66 ASSOCIATION OF ILLINOIS HALL OF FAME
110 Howard Street, Pontiac, Illinois 61764
For more info contact Jim Jones:
Phone: 815-844-5657
ROGER MILLER MUSEUM
- Roger Miller’s illustrious career as an
entertainer and songwriter spanned more than three decades. His accomplishments
included many memorable number-one hit songs, numerous Grammy Awards, a
television series, a Tony Award, and countless hours of live performances and
radio play. Roger often credited his small town upbringing in Erick as the
inspiration for much of his music. In recognition of his important connection to
Erick, Okalahoma, a group of individuals and civic leaders have teamed up with
Roger’s widow, Mary Miller, and his son, Dean Miller, to create a living tribute
museum to this unique man and his career. Open: Wed - Sat 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
and Sundays 1-5 pm. Located at the corner of Roger Miller Blvd. (Old Route 66) &
Sheb Wooley Ave., P.O. Box 464, Erick, OK 73645. Phone: 580-526-3833 - Alt.
Phone: 580-526-3332
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