Ambler-Becker Texaco Gas Station
417 W. Waupansie Street, Dwight Illinois 60420
web: www.il66redcarpetcorridor.org/dwight.html
This historic 1933 filling station is identified as the longest operating gas station along Route 66. It dispensed fuel for 66 continuous years until 1999. Ambler’s was the subject of major restoration work from 2005-2007, and reopened as a Route 66 visitor center in May, 2007. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2001. It features a digital audio player for visitors when the building is closed.
Hours: Accessible Year-Round.
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Went there in 2007 and was immediately greeted by an older gentleman. He showed me around and we talked for at least half an hour. Wonderful place. Thank you!