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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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30th Anniversary Glorious Garden Festival Art Show at David Davis Mansion
David Davis Mansion 1000 Monroe Dr., Bloomington, IL, United StatesMark your calendars for the 30th Anniversary Glorious Garden Festival, which will be held Friday, July 10th from 1-7pm and Saturday, July 11th, from 9am-3pm. Events are planned for gardeners and…
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Bicycle Illinois Route 66 Ride
Illinois Route 66 IL, United StatesBicycle Illinois is excited to introduce the Route 66 Ride, a new week-long cycling tour traveling from the St. Louis area to Chicagoland along the legendary Old Route 66. This tour is still in development, and registration is not yet open, but riders are encouraged to stay tuned for updates as plans continue to progress.…
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The Last 100 Miles Centennial Festival
Southwest Illinois Route 66 IL, United StatesThe Mother Road is celebrating its Centennial Anniversary in 2026 and there will be plenty to see and do along this famous highway in Edwardsville and other local Route 66 communities in southwest Illinois. The Last 100 Miles Centennial Festival will be held throughout southwest Illinois October 10 - 11 and include activities in communities…
