WHERE THE MOTHER ROAD BEGINS

Since 1926

Route 66 defined a remarkable era in our nation’s history – and it lives on today in Illinois' many Route 66 roadside attractions, museums, and restaurants – it's the shining ribbon of blacktop we call 'The Mother Road'.

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The Castle of 66

Lexington, IL

Unforgettable weddings, corporate events, family reunions south of Chicago. Have your wedding, corporate meeting or reunion and stay in the historic Castle on 42 beautiful acres in beautiful Lexington. The David Hyatt Van Dolah House is a stunning 1898 Queen Anne Victorian estate located in Lexington, IL, that is on the National Register of Historic Places. The property sits on 42 acres and ideal for short term stays, reunions, concerts, retreats.

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The Castle on Route 66
10 N. Spencer St
Lexington IL 61753
(415) 602-7060

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  • Javapalooza

    Javapalooza 2026

    Edwardsville, Litchfield, Staunton, Granite City IL, United States

    Take your sweet time savoring the smells, reveling in the flavors and immersing yourself in the rich and vibrant coffee culture of the Great Rivers & Routes region during Javapalooza 2026, coming Sept. 1-Nov. 30, 2026! Javapalooza celebrates the bean, the baristas and the people who create the beautiful, delicious coffee experiences that make our…

  • 26th-Art-Walk

    26th Annual Art Walk in Downtown Bloomington

    Downtown Bloomington Art Galleries Center-Monroe-Main-Jefferson-Locust Streets, Bloomington, IL, United States

    Join us for the 26th Annual Art Walk in Downtown Bloomington this November!Thurs., Nov. 5 from 5 - 8 p.m.Fri., Nov. 6 from 4 - 9 p.m.Sat., Nov. 7 from…

  • November First Friday - Cider & Sweaters

    November First Friday – Cider & Sweaters

    Downtown Bloomington 115 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL, United States

    Make your First Friday feel extra cozy with Ciders & Sweaters in Downtown Bloomington! On Friday, November 6th, bundle up in your favorite fall sweater and spend the evening strolling…

  • HISTORY This Week Podcast

    ALPLM Welcomes HISTORY This Week Podcast and Historian Jonathan White

    Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United States

    SPRINGFIELD – The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will welcome the History Channel’s official podcast and renowned historian Jonathan W. White for a live taping of HISTORY This Week…

  • Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards

    Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards

    Art Institute 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    Since 1994, the Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards has honored individuals, organizations, projects and programs whose work demonstrate a commitment to historic preservation. A generous grant from…