CHICAGO — Jan. 28, 2026 — The Official Map of the Route 66 Centennial, produced by Rand McNally Publishing, is now available, offering travelers and Route 66 enthusiasts a comprehensive guide to experiencing America’s iconic Mother Road during the 100-year celebration.
The foldable paper map, 28” x 40”, highlights essential stops along Route 66 while combining practical travel guidance with rich storytelling. Features include Mother Road history, hidden lore, expert traveler tips, and a curated guide to Route 66 Centennial celebrations taking place across the country.
Developed by Rand McNally Publishing, North America’s most trusted name in cartography, The Official Map of the Route 66 Centennial underscores the company’s role as a trusted resource for travelers, communities, and historians alike.
“Rand McNally has a long history of innovation, including the creation of the highway numbering system used to name Route 66,” said Joseph Roark, CEO of Rand McNally Publishing. “As the Official Map Provider, we are proud to help travelers disconnect from digital noise and reconnect with the spirit of the American road.”
In support of the road’s future, a portion of each map sale benefits the Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership’s Preservation and Economic Development Grant Program, which supports businesses and attractions across the historic highway.
“Route 66 is more than a road—it’s a shared American story,” said Bill Thomas, Chair of the Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership and Commissioner of the Route 66 Centennial Commission. “This map was designed to help travelers explore the Mother Road in a meaningful way while celebrating its legacy during the Centennial.”
The map’s integrated QR codes link directly to the Route 66 Centennial’s directory of official Centennial events, festivals, and activities along the entire route—bridging the rich history of Route 66 with the interactive tools of today. Rand McNally Publishing is also a Founding Sponsor of the Route 66 Centennial.
The Official Map of the Route 66 Centennial by Rand McNally is available now at randpublishing.com, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, other retailers and at route66centennial.org. Interested businesses, attractions, and organizations may purchase the Official Map of the Route 66 Centennial in bulk for retail sale in their establishments. Please email your request to orders@randpublishing.com.
About Rand McNally Publishing
For 170 years, Chicago-based Rand McNally Publishing has remained the most trusted source for maps, directions, and travel content. From pioneering the first road atlases to helping create the highway numbering system, Rand McNally Publishing remains dedicated to helping travelers explore with confidence and curiosity.
For more information, visit randpublishing.com.
About the Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership
Established in 2016 with the support of the National Park Service and the World Monuments Fund, the Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership’s mission is to revitalize and sustain Route 66 as a national and international icon through partnerships focused on promotion, preservation, research, education, and economic development. Only In Your State is the official Publishing Partner to the Route 66 Centennial. Founding Sponsors of the Route 66 Centennial include the Illinois Route 66 Centennial, American Express, AAA Route 66 Road Fest, Rand McNally Publishing, Cruise America and Harley Davidson. For more information, visit route66centennial.org.
