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 Centennial & the Route 66 Experience

Click the Centennial logo to purchase merchandise available only through the Byway and click the Experience logo to learn more about the Illinois State Fairgrounds Route 66 Experience!

Featured Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway Member

Chatham, IL

The Apple Barn in Chatham features seasonal flowers and perennials, frost-free ceramic pots, garden supplies, fruits and vegetables, apples, pumpkins, gourds, mums, hay bales, corn stalks, Christmas trees, candy, wreaths and roping. We also carry fresh cider, local honey, jams, jellies, apple butter and sugar-free varieties. Our bakery items including homemade pies, fudge, cookies, bars and our famous cider donuts. We also offer many gluten-free bakery items including pies, cookies, brownies as well as Keto baked goods and pizza crusts. Open year-round!

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The Apple Barn
2290 East Walnut
Chatham, IL 62629
217-483-6236

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Events on Illinois Route 66

  • Paintings, Poems, Prints, & Prose Exhibition at Eaton Studio & Gallery Opening Reception

    Eaton Studio & Gallery 411 North Center, Bloomington, IL, United States

    The Paintings, Poems, Prints, & Prose Exhibition runs from February 4-28, 2026 at Eaton Studio & Gallery, with the opening reception February 4, from 4-7pm. The Paintings, Poems, Prints, & Prose Exhibition at Eaton Studio & Gallery is featuring several series of artwork by Herb Eaton including, Chocolat, Jazz, He & She, and Roses along…

  • Soup r Bowl Bash at The Curve Inn Plus Dart Tourney

    The Curve Inn 3219 S. 6th Street Rd, Springfield, IL, United States

    Soup r Bowl Bash at The Curve Inn Plus Dart Tourney! The fun starts on Sunday, February 8th at 2pm at The Curve! Our annual dart tournament with $1,000 add. Plus drawing for a 65" TV and other prizes. FREE Wings, Chili & Dogs. Full sound throughout the in & out.

  • Route 66 Flea Market 1st Annual Chocolate Crawl

    Historic Route 66 Flea Market/Route 66 Diner/Kickstand Bar 3121 & 3123 W. Chain of Rocks Rd., Granite City, IL, United States

    Mark your Valentine's Day Calendar - come join in the fun in Granite City! Start out at the Historic Route 66 Diner to pick up your passport book of vendors giving chocolate treats for a chocolate crawl. After visiting and shopping with over 25 vendors at the Historic Route 66 Flea Market, drop off your…

  • Bolingbrook Arbor Day and Celebration of Trees

    Bolingbrook Town Center 375 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    Our annual Arbor Day and Celebration of Trees event is scheduled for Saturday, April 25th, 2026 from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm at the Village of Bolingbrook Village Hall, 375 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook, IL  60440. The  Arbor Day event has been a Village of Bolingbrook annual tradition that offers the residents of Bolingbrook environmental and conservation awareness, expert planting advice,…