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.

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 ...

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.

“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.

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 ...

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.

The A. Lincoln Motel sign at the Route 66 Experience at the Illinois State Fairgrounds. The sign will be featured on the Illinois float in the 135th Rose Parade in Pasadena, California, on New ...

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

The A. Lincoln Motel sign at the Route 66 Experience at the Illinois State Fairgrounds. The sign will be featured on the Illinois float in the 135th Rose Parade in Pasadena, California, on New ...