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List of landmarks on U.S. Route 66

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The landmarks on U.S. Route 66 include roadside attractions, notable establishments, and buildings of historical significance along U.S. Route 66 (US 66, Route 66).

The increase of tourist traffic to California in the 1950s prompted the creation of motels and roadside attractions[1] as an attempt of businesses along the route to get the attention of motorists passing by.[2] With the decommissioning of Route 66 many of these sites fell into disrepair, but some still exist and have been the focus of preservation efforts.[3]

Illinois

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Missouri

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Kansas

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Oklahoma

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  • Blue whale of Catoosa (Catoosa) – A waterfront structure in the shape of a blue whale.
  • Pops restaurant (Arcadia) – A soda pop themed restaurant with a neon sign in the shape of a soda pop bottle.
  • Round barn (Arcadia) – A round barn built in 1898.
  • Milk Bottle Grocery (Oklahoma City) – Historic grocery store with a large metal Braum's milk bottle atop its roof.[9]
  • Rock Café (Stroud) – Restored historic restaurant. Owner Dawn Welch inspired the character of Sally Carrera in the movie Cars.[10]
  • Foyil Filling Station (Foyil) – Historic filling station.

Texas

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New Mexico

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Arizona

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California

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See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Route 66 History". Route 66 World. Archived from the original on 23 August 2020. Retrieved 23 August 2020.
  2. ^ Wickman, Forrest. "A Mini History of Mega Tourist Traps". Slate. Archived from the original on 23 August 2020. Retrieved 23 August 2020.
  3. ^ "History and Significance of US Route 66". National Center for Preservation Technology and Training. National Park Service. Archived from the original on 2020-08-25. Retrieved 2020-08-25.
  4. ^ Weiser, Kathy (February 2020). "Wilmington, Illinois & the Gemini Giant". Legends of America. Archived from the original on 2020-08-26. Retrieved 2020-08-26.
  5. ^ Dettro, Chris (30 August 2015). "66 Things on Route 66: Maid-Rite Sandwich Shop". The State Journal-Register. Archived from the original on 2020-08-25. Retrieved 2020-08-25.
  6. ^ "Shea's Gas Station Museum". Route 66 Association of Illinois.
  7. ^ Prater, Tonya (2014-03-06). "Route 66 Rocker: Former World's Largest Rocking Chair along Historic Route 66". Travel Inspired Living. Archived from the original on 2020-08-26. Retrieved 2020-08-26.
  8. ^ Jean, Neuberger (26 May 2007). "CBS Sports – News, Live Scores, Schedules, Fantasy Games, Video and more". CBS Sports. Archived from the original on 8 July 2011.
  9. ^ Bailey, Brianna (2014-08-19). "Oklahoma City's Milk Bottle building is being restored to its original appearance". The Oklahoman. Archived from the original on 2020-08-27. Retrieved 2020-08-27.
  10. ^ Smith, Casey (3 April 2017). "Stroud's Rock Café on Route 66 is international draw for tourists". Tulsa World. Archived from the original on 27 August 2020. Retrieved 27 August 2020.
  11. ^ Beilue, Jon Mark (29 June 2014). "Cadillac Ranch turns 40". Amarillo Globe News. Archived from the original on 2020-08-24. Retrieved 2020-08-24.
  12. ^ Moore, Bob; Grauwels, Patrick (1998). The illustrated guide to the Mother Road. Williams, AZ: Roadbook International. p. 51. ISBN 0-9641457-0-7.
  13. ^ "Shamrock Texas U-Drop Inn". Legends of America. 2008-04-03. Archived from the original on 3 April 2008. Retrieved 2020-08-25.
  14. ^ Naylor, Roger (1 May 2009). "Seligman still getting kicks from Route 66". AZ Central. Archived from the original on 2020-08-23. Retrieved 2020-08-23.
  15. ^ Chamberlain, Lisa (2007-06-10). "New Kicks on Route 66 for Commercial Builders". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Archived from the original on 2020-08-25. Retrieved 2020-08-25.
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