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

Odell, IL

On the National Register of Historic Places, this gas station was built in 1932 and served travelers until 1975. Now owned by the Village of Odell, it was restored with the help of the Illinois Route 66 Association’s Preservation Committee. A digital audio player makes audio messages available to visitors at any time.

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Standard Oil Gasoline Station
400 South West Street
Odell, IL 60460
(815) 998-2133

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Events on Illinois Route 66

  • The History of Renaissance featuring Annie Haslam and Jim McCarty

    Wildey Theatre 252 North Main Street, Edwardsville, IL, United States

    The History of Renaissance featuring Annie Haslam and Jim McCarty at The Wildey Theatre in Edwardsville. “An intimate discussion and visual presentation of the band’s extraordinary history followed by a…

  • Illinois Local 5th Annual Holiday Market on Small Business Saturday

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

    Join Illinois Local, an official American Express Neighborhood Champion, for the Illinois Local 5th Annual Holiday Market on Small Business Saturday, November 29, from 9 am to 4 pm. Entry…

  • Shop Small Business Saturday on Route 66 – The Pink Elephant Experience

    Pink Elephant Antique Mall/Twistee Treat Diner 908 Veterans Memorial Dr., Livingston, IL, United States

    🎁💗 Shop Small. Shop Fun. Shop the Pink Elephant! 💗🎁 Celebrate Small Business Saturday at the Pink Elephant Antique Mall in Livingston, Illinois — a one-of-a-kind Route 66 destination filled…

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  • 2025 Staunton Holiday Walk

    Downtown Staunton 229 W Main St, Staunton, IL, United States

    Merry Christmas and Happy Ho-Ho-Holidays! The annual Holiday Walk will run from 4 to 8 p.m. on December 5 and will feature local businesses and vendors lining main street; the…