The story of route 66 and the santa fe railway in the american southwest elrond lawrence. The highspeed i40 freeway gives quick access to some of the best surviving stretches of the old road, and these are some of. Heres the facebook page for route 66 news at route66news. Take a nostalgic ride on route 66 and let the golden age of the road whisper to you through brightly colored neon signs, quaint motels, drivein movie theaters and friendly small towns in oklahoma.
However, the experience of driving and working on the road was not the same for everyone. I was 28 years old, knew next to nothing about route 66 and had never been to. New mexicos ribbon of the mother road provides the route 66 traveler with a variety of landscapes, from beautiful mountain ranges to sandstone mesas, desert sagebrush, ponderosa pines and ghost towns. Route 66 mirrored this shameful chapter in american history. For newkirk, a ranching and railroad townturnedservice center, the bypass of route 66 proved to be the towns obituary. Route 66 is widely recognized around the world as an icon of 20 thcentury america, emphasizing personal mobility and pursuit of the american dream. The mother road takes us on an unforgettable journey. Planning your next route 66 road trip or learning more about the mother road is made easy with route magazines list of essential books on the historic. The detailed daybyday route 66 itinerary covers all the basic details mileage, general route and sightseeing highlights along the 2,400 mile route. A route 66 road trip is a 2,400 mile driving adventure along what is probably the most famous road in the world. Getting your kicks on 66 is so much better when accompanied by the right music. Ez route 66 guide for travelers 4th edition map book for. Route 66 encyclopedia from the beginning of the foldout map, to the last entry of zuzax, from bobby troups highway anthem get your kicks on route 66, to everything route 66, this scholarly reference book is packed from cover to cover with colorful images some old, some new, accompanied by descriptive text.
From travel guides to folk history, there are plenty of route 66 books. Route 66 is the ultimate american road trip and weve put together a comprehensive 2 week route 66 itinerary to help drivers navigate this historic route. Us 66 was established on november 11, 1926, with road signs erected the following year. Best books for planning a route 66 trip the lost adventure. If you know of good route 66 books, maps or other media were missing, contact us with the details. Route 66 conference speaker uncovers new findings about. Chicago ties are strong in louis vuittons new route 66 book. Youll be rewarded by free gifts or discounts at every stamp place on route 66.
How to eat, stay, play, and shoot like a pro rick sammon, susan sammon. The santa fe loop was bypassed in 1937 for a more direct path from santa rosa to albuquerque, which includes a. Louis, oklahoma, kansas, new mexico, texas, and arizona. New york state route 66 ny 66 is a state highway in the capital district of new york in the united states. The oklahoma route 66 road map is divided into 5 sections. The united states embarked on a plan to connect rapidly urbanizing cities with rural communities across more than half the country. The sunset motel is the only remaining original route 66 motel in new mexico to still be owned by the original family. Time travel the mother road by dennis higgins, the grapes of wrath by john steinbeck, rout. A matter of time book about route 66 coming in october. State by state route 66 highlights moon travel guides. Highway 66 us 66 or route 66, also known as the will rogers highway, the main street of america or the mother road, was one of the original highways in the u. Plan your route 66 road trip with our online travel guide learn all about its attractions, top sights, what to see and do, where to stay. Thousands of miles, fuel, and dollars and over two and a half years of obtaining footage have resulted in never before seen perspectives of route 66.
Author martin link guides you through time across the land populated by mammoth hunters, pueblo farmers, traders, spanish conquistadors, army cavalrymen, caravans of. A list of novels about or whose locations prominently feature the former u. Most amazing views of route 66 an aerial documentary. In its heyday, all 465 miles of new mexicos route 66 bustled with life and played home to some of the most iconic experiences of american west. There are obviously dozens of books about route 66 available, with more coming out all the time this isnt meant to be a comprehensive guide, just a short article on which ones weve found to be the most useful. Find route 66 books to prepare your trip down route 66. But once she got deeper into route 66 culture, she uncovered findings about the culture of historically black green book sites that are still operating today. Mother road route 66 passport mother road passport. The new york times since the dogooders abolished public hangings, the only show in town worth watching is the traffic on highway 66 heading west, and route 66. In the books section, youll find a variety of books ranging from guidebooks youll wear out on the road on your next route 66 trip, to beautiful coffee table books that will inspire you and your guests into taking that route 66 trip of a lifetime. Adult coloring book the perfect escape on route 66 volume 2 church, cheryl. When im not spending time with my family, im planning my next road trip. Route 66 was decommissioned in 1985 and many of its businesses closed their doors. New mexico route 66 historic context study pdf, the historic and architectural resources of route 66 through new mexico by dr.
Amy bizzarri is a freelance travel writer with a focus on family adventures and outdoor fun. Route 66 sightings jerry mcclanahan, jim ross, shellee graham. It took courage and resolve to be listed as a green book property. New mexico kicks on route 66 takes you on a tour through all the fun places along the new mexico stretch, steeped in the rich and diverse history of the land of enchantment. Click on a section of the map for a more detailed map and links to route 66 sites. The mother road is the best book we have to tell us what we are seeing. Our route 66 planning guide will help you plan your american road trip adventure including, when to go, how many days you need.
Click here for a bing map to get directions to all the sites in this travel itinerary. Route 66, known by several names throughout the years including the mother road, main street of america, and the will rogers highway, this old highway served travelers for more than 50 years, before totally succumbing to the new and improved interstate system. Route 66 then dips south to albuquerque, home of the opulent pueblo deco kimo theatre. Passport holders collect unique stamps at 28 carefully selected locations on their adventure along route 66 as well as free souvenirs or discounts. Fashion powerhouse louis vuittons new travel book route 66 features illustrations by comic book artist thomas ott. Starting in chicago and then moving on to illinois, to santa monica and. Route 66 holds a special place in her heart and you just might find her on the road. Traveling route 66 in new mexico is a bit of a chooseyourownadventure drive since the state is home to two different alignments of the mother road. Ultimate route 66 road trip planning guide independent. Driving historic route 66 through arizona road trip usa. However, as with the ez66 guide this book is one of the most recommended. Cultural historian candacy taylor traveled route 66 to document her findings on businesses and history for her second book. The highway, which became one of the most famous roads.
The history of the motel dates back to 1959 when elaine and bill pogue started the sunset motel to welcome travelers off of old 66. Detailed 2 week route 66 itinerary plan the ultimate. I will treasure my trip forever, and this book recaptures very vividly every memory. Americas longest small town by jim hinckley, is a photographic journey that travels from chicago, illinois to santa monica, california and serves as both a history of the iconic highway as well as a welcome update on the attractions and businesses that are still in operation and thriving such as local diners, fast food driveins and rustic steakhouses. The history of route 66 in new mexico is a twisted one literally. Route 66 has been called the most famous highway in the world, and it remains the ultimate road trip, as described in the new book, route 66 still kicks. If youre not yet a diehard route 66 fan, traveling historic route 66 through arizona is bound to convert you. He has written books on the mother road, including route 66 in illinois, missouri, st.
She has a keen interest in chicago history and is the author of 111 places in chicago that you must not miss and discovering vintage chicago. This book is a must if you want that authentic route 66 experience. Although over 80% of original route 66 is still easily drivable, it is not on ordinary maps and signage is spotty. The route begins at an intersection with us 9 and ny 23b in the columbia county city of hudson and ends at a junction with ny 2 in the rensselaer county city of troy. During the 30s and 40s, route 66 served as a primary route for travel, introducing a new economy and birthing a sense of freedom from the open road, popularized by songs, television shows. The kansas route 66 road map incorporates the detour across rainbow bridge and the older 66 option south of baxter springs. Route 66 and the historic negro motorist green book. To make that trip a success, we advise you to take some maps with you, in addition to a good guidebook. Route 66 roadside signs and advertisements joe sonderman, jim hinckley. Order our free guide to route 66 to get started planning your ultimate road trip. New mexico route 66 main page route 66 in grants, new mexico by kathy weiseralexander.
Author martin link guides you through time across the land populated by mammoth hunters, pueblo farmers, traders, spanish conquistadors, army cavalrymen, caravans of settlers, railroaders, and the scientists who created the atom bomb. Parts of the original route 66 are not passable in the east side of the state, making i40 the most practical driving option. The 272page book, subtitled route 66 through the lens of change. Joe sonderman is a prolific route 66 author and has one of the most extensive collections of route 66 postcards in the usa. The ez66 guide for travelers is the answer to finding the route. Due to the prevalence of smartphones, were also featuring a new apps category. Thats what keating aims to capture in his new book main street, the lost dreams of route 66, showcasing nearly 100 photos that capture the bleak current manifestations of. Route 66, one of the greatest highways and road trips of america score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Historic route 66 is a companion to route 66, complete with historical information, book list. So there you have it, our best books for planning a route 66 trip. Bobby troup, songwriter of get your kicks on route 66 any of you who love nostalgia will love route 66. The best books about route 66 travel inspired living. These business owners who provided food, shelter, and services were taking a stand against racial segregation.