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'.

Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway

Learn more about the Upcoming Byway Centennial Celebration & the Illinois Route 66 Experience at the State Fairgrounds

Featured Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway Member

Auburn/Divernon, IL

Step into a world of treasures at Sweet Pea’s Antiques & More, a welcoming and vibrant antiques destination located in Divernon, Illinois. Open daily with friendly service and an inviting atmosphere, Sweet Pea’s showcases an extensive and ever-changing collection of vintage finds, unique home goods, collectibles, and boutique items and more across over 14,000 square feet of showroom space. this charming antique market offers something for every shopper!

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Sweet Pea's Antiques & More
14335 Frazee Road
Divernon, IL 62530
217-628-1122

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Events on Illinois Route 66

  • Route 66 Submerged: A Sunken Road. A Story Resurfaced.

    Lake Springfield Marina 17 Waters Edge Blvd, Springfield, IL, United States

    Step aboard Route 66 SUBMERGED, a 45-minute interpretive boat tour on Lake Springfield that reveals a hidden chapter of America’s most iconic highway. Beneath the surface lies a stretch of…

  • Route 66 Kidzeum Birthday Celebration Presented by Horace Mann

    Kidzeum of Health and Science 412 East Adams Street, Springfield, IL, United States

    Kidzeum is turning 8, and we're celebrating with a full day of free family fun in the heart of downtown Springfield. This year, our birthday falls during the Route 66 Centennial, making it the perfect time to celebrate two Springfield treasures at once. Join us for free museum admission, 500 free books for kids, Route…

  • Downtown Pontiac Cruise Nights

    Recurring
    Downtown Pontiac 115 W. Howard, Pontiac, IL, United States

    Get ready for another unforgettable season of Downtown Pontiac Cruise Nights 2026! Join us as we celebrate the Route 66 & Pontiac Car Centennial with a full lineup of special…

    Free
  • Exit 82 Summer Festival

    Exit 82 Divernon/Auburn 14335 Frazee Rd, Divernon, IL, United States

    EXIT 82 SUMMER FESTIVAL… 4 malls, same Exit…. coming up July 24th, 25th & 26th. 15% OFF everything in the malls. Kids Events. Blackstone Giveaway. You won’t want to miss…

  • Carlinville Car Show 2026

    Downtown Carlinville 112 N. Side Square, Carlinville, IL, United States

    Hello car show peeps, we are gearing up for another great year and who could forget it is the 100 year Anniversary of Rt 66. With this year expecting to be our biggest year yet we not only added more classes we are taking it a step farther and we are shutting down the square…