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Stories & News from Illinois Route 66
The Drive Home VII: Route 66 – A Century of Adventure, a once-in-a-lifetime cross-country drive celebrating the 100th anniversary of the legendary Route 66!
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America’s Automotive Trust, the Detroit Auto Show, and the National Route 66 Centennial Commission are proud to announce The Drive ...
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Joliet Slammers Baseball Team to Play Historic Exhibition at Old Joliet Prison in Honor of Route 66 Centennial
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Joliet, IL –The Joliet Area Historical Museum, in coordination with the City of Joliet, announced today that the Joliet Slammers ...
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“The Great American Road Trip” Designated an Official Centennial Project
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Chicago (December 11, 2025) — The Great American Road Trip (GART) has been formally designated as an Official Route 66 Centennial Project. This recognition ...
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Detroit Auto Show Route 66 Exhibition Designated Official Centennial Project
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DETROIT (Dec. 9, 2025) – The Detroit Auto Show today announced its upcoming “Detroit Auto Show: Route 66 Centennial Exhibition,” at ...
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