Events
Events for March 25, 2026
Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Route 66, The Pharmacy will host a special Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit Bob Waldmire - Nomadic Hippie, gifted artist, and Route 66 icon. Immerse yourself in the legend's creative expressions and awe-inspiring attention to detail, celebrating the nostalgia and culture of Route 66. Springfield native Bob Waldmire was…
Rare Mary Lincoln Dress on Display at Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
SPRINGFIELD – One of the few surviving dresses worn by Mary Lincoln is now on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, offering visitors their first chance to see the fragile…
Dedication Ceremony for Historic Route 66 New Starting Point at Navy Pier
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Route 66, the City of Chicago will formally recognize Navy Pier as the starting point of the iconic roadway. “This move symbolizes how Route 66 continues to evolve while honoring its roots,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. “From the shores of Lake Michigan to the shores of the Pacific…
28th Annual Worldwide Toast to Harry Caray
Chicago marks a new beginning for an iconic American journey with the official designation of Navy Pier as the new starting point of historic Route 66, commemorating the Mother Road’s 100th anniversary alongside the 28th Annual Worldwide Toast to Harry Caray. The daylong celebration kicks off with a sign dedication ceremony at 10:30 a.m. and…
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