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 State's first continuous stretches of paved highway, and served as a major path for those who migrated west. "The Mother Road" was commissioned on November 11, …

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 …

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 …

Use the interactive map to chart your perfect road trip and relive the nostalgia of America’s most famous highway. This interactive map brings the historic Route 66 to life, offering a dynamic way to explore …

Nov 26, 2025 · In a country mad for the open road, Route 66 is the quintessential American road trip. Our full guide covers where, when and how to get the most out of it.

Jan 8, 2026 · 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!

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 …

Mar 2, 2025 · Drive Route 66 in two weeks with this detailed itinerary. From Chicago to L.A., discover historic towns, quirky roadside attractions, and stunning landscapes.

Sep 9, 2024 · Here’s what to know about the iconic road, and how the construction of the interstate highway forever changed Route 66.