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Route 66 Submerged: A Sunken Road. A Story Resurfaced.
Lake Springfield Marina 17 Waters Edge Blvd, Springfield, IL, United StatesStep 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 Springfield’s original Route 66 alignment, submerged when Sugar Creek was dammed in 1933. Guided by local storytellers this immersive journey blends history, nature, and narrative—offering…
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“Main Street of America” Route 66 Centennial Caravan
Illinois IL, United States"Main Street of America" Route 66 Centennial Caravan - bringing people together across 2,448 miles of the most famous road in the world. From California to Illinois on the Mother Road! The complete tour is Friday, June 5th, 2026 - Wednesday, June 24th, 2026. The Illinois portion of the caravan is June 23rd & 24th,…
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On the Road Again: A Route 66 Centennial Celebration
Wildey Theatre 252 North Main Street, Edwardsville, IL, United StatesThis year marks the 100th anniversary of America’s Main Street and Edwardsville is getting ready to celebrate! “On the Road Again: A Route 66 Centennial Celebration” is an original musical production developed, designed, staged and performed by Alumni Players! in partnership with the Friends of the Wildey. Both organizations are NFP’s that support the local arts…
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2026 Logan County Route 66 Garage Sale Days
Lincoln VFW 915 5th St, Lincoln, IL, United States +3 moreRoute 66 Garage Sale Days! June 12-13-14, 2026 WLCN is your headquarters for the 2026 Route 66 Garage Sale in and around the Lincoln/Logan County Area! Registration is LIVE for the 2026 Route 66 Garage Sale! If you’re planning a garage sale or want to sign up as a vendor, now is the time! 96.3…
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Second Annual Elkhart Area Community Firefly Walk and Picnic
Nancy Jane Moore Community Park 109 Stellar St, Elkhart, IL, United StatesThe Elkhart Illinois Historical Society warmly invites the community to join them for the free 2nd Annual Firefly and Picnic Walk on Friday June 12th with our guide Allen Yow. An avid bird watcher, Yow became curious about the fireflies as he noticed the different patterns and colors. As you will learn on the walk, these differences allow the…
