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…

  • Exit 82 Summer Festival

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

    4 Malls at one Exit - Antiques, Vintage and Home Decor at Tammi's Treasures Antiques & More, Hilda's Antique Mall, Nickorbobs Home & Gifts, and Sweet Pea's Antiques & More.…

  • 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 Route 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…

  • 2026 Litchfield Pickers Market

    Downtown Litchfield 400 North State Street, Litchfield, IL

    The 2026 Litchfield Pickers Market returns on the second Sunday of each month, May to October, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. This popular regional market features a juried antique sale with live music all day and plenty of street food. You'll also enjoy the adjoining Monroe Street market area with talented artisan and farmers market vendors. Plus,…

  • 2026 Illinois State Fair – Miles of Smiles

    Illinois State Fairgrounds 801 E. Sangamon Ave., Springfield, IL, United States

    The Illinois State Fair returns for 2026, August 13 - 23, with an all star concert lineup and with the theme of "Miles of Smiles". Grandstand Events (Gates open 1 hour prior to the show) - Friday, August 14, 2026 8:00 PM Bailey Zimmerman Saturday, August 15, 2026 8:00 PM Lainey Wilson Sunday, August 16,…