2026 marks the 100 year anniversary of The Mother Road and communities from Navy Pier to Santa Monica Beach have spent the summer celebrating the Route 66 Centennial. Along the First Hundred Miles of Route 66, from Chicago through Joliet, Wilmington, Braidwood, Dwight, and Pontiac, the centennial has brought a
One hundred years after Route 66 first connected communities across America, a new feature-length documentary invites audiences to discover the people and places keeping its story alive. “Route 66: The
In the mood to catch some live music along The First Hundred Miles of Route 66? Then chart a course to the Joliet Area Historical Museum – one of your
When many travelers set out on Route 66, visions of diners, neon signs and quirky roadside attractions often come to mind. Yet as you follow The First Hundred Miles of the
8 popular historical spots between Joliet and Pontiac
Take a detour off The First Hundred Miles to taste these fan-favorite small batch wines
Coffee and tea stops on Route 66 to explore this Fall
Six can’t-miss wine bars and wineries near Route 66
Four popular lodging options along The First Hundred Miles
Plan an off-season Route 66 RV or camper van experience
“National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” to be screened at popular rural B&B
Just beyond The First Hundred Miles of Route 66 you’ll find this unique B&B in quaint Fairbury
Beyond the diners and roadside attractions, the First Hundred Miles of Route 66 offers a treasure trove of unique shopping experiences. Along this historic stretch, travelers will discover cozy antique
Along the First Hundred Miles of Route 66, the experience isn’t limited to historic diners and roadside attractions. Travelers will also find a variety of places to take home a
Explore plants, home decor and more at this pet-friendly store
