In this article, I’ll show you what’s new along the Illinois stretch of Route 66 in summer 2025, from giant fiberglass art and restored neon parks to fresh murals, historic pavement, and fun festivals ...

As the 100th anniversary of Route 66 approaches in 2026, join us as we spotlight the stops and people who live along America’s highway.

The Gemini Giant has stood in Wilmington, Illinois since 1965. The statue is one of many "Muffler Men" – giant fiberglass advertising characters for which Route 66 was known for many years.

WILMINGTON — Ryan Jandura was locked into a high-stakes, high-value online auction. The item up for grabs — which eventually sold for $275,000 — wasn’t jewelry or a painting. It was a 30 ...

“He has to stay in Wilmington. He has to stay on Route 66.” Jandura started this online fundraiser, a Facebook page and created t-shirts that say Save the Giant.

Adam relocated the Ariston Café to Litchfield five years later. In 1935, it was moved to its current location, 413 Old Route 66 North, Litchfield. It is one of the oldest restaurants along Route 66.

Claremore stands to benefit greatly from next year's Route 66 centennial tourism boom, said City Manager John Feary. When the Mother Road turns 100 next year, thousands of travelers winding from ...

Celebrating Route 66's 100th anniversary, Illinois State Museum seeks personal stories to preserve in history. Share your memories of the iconic highway.

The state of Illinois has greatly improved its Route 66 signage in recent years, a crucial part of building tourism, since the road’s trajectory in the Prairie State can be hard to track.