The Birthplace of Route 66 Festival is coming to Springfield Aug. 8-9, 2025 in downtown Springfield, Missouri. Here’s everything you need to know about the event and why you should attend. Why is Springfield considered the Birthplace of Route 66? On April 30, 1926, at the Colonial Hotel, Springfield…
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Route 66 may be a historic highway, but your road trip doesn't have to be stuck in the past. This 2-day Instagram-worthy itinerary blends the best of both worlds—classic Route 66 charm with a fresh, modern twist. From vintage neon signs and retro diners to trendy cafes, colorful murals, and unique…
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Get ready to experience the charm and nostalgia of the Mother Road in Springfield, Missouri, the birthplace of Route 66. This 2-day itinerary is your guide to the most authentic stops along the historic highway, along with Springfield, Missouri's most iconic spots and attractions. Whether you're a…
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Planning a group getaway that hits all the right notes? Climb aboard and get ready to cruise down America’s most iconic highway with this group-friendly 2-day Route 66 itinerary! Perfect for motorcoach travelers, this journey is packed with classic roadside charm, quirky attractions, delicious local…
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Route 66, the "Mother Road," is a historic highway that runs through Springfield, Missouri, the birthplace of one of its most iconic stretches. Whether you're a history buff, road trip lover, or just exploring the charm of this legendary route, Springfield offers a variety of attractions. From…
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We often have more in common than we think — a reality shown through Papaw’s Kookies & Kream, which draws ice cream enthusiasts from down the street and across the globe to the Strafford sweet stop thanks to its spot on Route 66. Denis George and his wife, Clydie, own Papaw’s Kookies & Kream, a…
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Springfield, Missouri is known as the birthplace of Route 66, beginning what would start as a national and cultural phenomenon that would take America by storm at the end of the 1920s. If you’re cruising through Springfield and would love to see some iconic stops on your way, here are a few Route 66…
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See all Springfield has to offer If you haven't been to Springfield, Missouri yet, or you're a local looking for something new to do, you're in for a treat. Springfield is home to hundreds of local attractions, 600 restaurants, and many shopping opportunities. If you're looking for a new adventure…
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Time and traffic have raced by the Rail Haven, one of Springfield’s Route 66 landmarks. The motel opened in 1938 at the corner of St. Louis Street and Glenstone Avenue. It was a decade after the start of the Mother Road – which was born in Springfield a few blocks away – and out front, split-rail…
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Guy Mace is driving a dream. To some, that dream might be the Jaguar XKE car he has parked out front, the one he’s chosen to drive this week. To him, though, it’s bigger than that: The dream is a collection of about 75 vintage and celebrity vehicles that today comprise the Route 66 Car Museum. The…
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