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Hope the High Road
Inspired by growing up in Springfield, the “Birthplace of Route 66”, this design reflects a deep connection to the Mother Road. Blending vintage textures with mid-century imagery like retro signage, pin-ups and desert landscapes, the piece creates a nostalgic “road trip” within the shield. Weathered details evoke history, while bold oranges and turquoise keep it vibrant. The sculpture also honors the spirit of progress and the open road, inviting viewers to celebrate Springfield’s past and future.
Artist: Gentry Amstutz
Sponsor: TransLand Trucking
Closest Address: 1601 W. Old Rte 66, Strafford
Intersecting Journeys
Located at the north entrance of Springfield Underground, this design celebrates Springfield as the birthplace of Route 66 while reflecting its evolving identity. An abstract city grid of layered shapes and lines represents movement, connection and shared history, echoing the journeys of those who’ve traveled the Mother Road. Bold, vibrant colors convey energy and progress, while the iconic “66” and shield shape honor Springfield’s past and its role as a city still moving forward.
Artist: Emily Million
Sponsor: Springfield Underground
Closest Address: 3610 E. Kearney Street, Springfield
Night Riders of the Mother Road
Positioned behind Kingdom Coffee on Lone Pine on the Galloway Greenway Trail, this design interprets the Springfield 66 Centennial Sculpture Series through the lens of a nighttime traveler. Inspired by memories of road trips, it highlights the sights and sounds of the Mother Road after dark, from bullfrogs and fireflies to lunar moths and passing possums. These familiar roadside moments capture the quiet magic of nighttime travel and the shared experiences that connect generations of Route 66 explorers.
Artist: Kaycie Surrell
Sponsor: Ozark Greenways, Galloway Creek
Closest Address: 2896 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield
Buzz of the Mother Road
Located on the backside of the Springfield Art Museum, this piece celebrates the glow, grit and golden era of American travel, inspired by a love of neon signs, classic cars and cross-country road trips. Featuring a Ford Fairlane and a motorcycle, the design captures both nostalgia and freedom along the Mother Road. A glowing route line weaves through the “66” shield, symbolizing the connections, stories and shared experiences that define Route 66—inviting viewers to reflect on journeys past and those still to come.
Artist: Emily Schmidt
Sponsor: Aaron Sachs Law
Closest Address: 1111 E. Brookside Dr., Springfield
Wings of Route 66
Located near the entrance of Global University, this design captures the magic of cross-country road trips, where the journey is just as meaningful as the destination. Inspired by Route 66 through the Missouri Ozarks, it highlights the beauty of roadside wildflowers and birds, celebrating the natural moments that make traveling the Mother Road so memorable.
Artist: Cory Leick
Sponsor: Rountree Neighborhood and Councilmember Abe McGull
Closest Address: 1211 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield
Weathered but not Forgotten
Located next to the Best Western Route 66 Rail Haven and the Queen’s Gate, this sculpture honors the enduring Route 66 shield as a symbol of resilience, history and lived experience. Its weathered details reflect the stories, memories and journeys carried along the Mother Road. Rather than focusing on nostalgia alone, the piece invites viewers to appreciate the past while looking ahead—celebrating a community shaped by where it’s been and where it’s going.
Artist: Emily Schmidt
Sponsor: Best Western Route 66 Rail Haven
Closest Address: 203 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield
Preserving the Passion
Located at the Best Western Coach House, this design pays tribute to classic car enthusiasts who keep the spirit of Route 66 alive. Centered on a 1934 Ford Deluxe, it honors early highway cruisers and the passion of those who preserve them. Engine pistons symbolize the power and motion of the open road, while bold colors reflect the energy and timeless appeal of car show culture.
Artist: Jeff Kesinger
Sponsor: Best Western Coach House
Closest Address: 2535 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield
Quiet Current and City Lights
Located at the entrance of Lot 4 at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, this two-sided design reflects Springfield’s balance of natural beauty and urban energy. One side highlights the quiet lakes and rivers of the Ozarks, symbolizing reflection and connection, while the other celebrates the vibrancy of downtown and community gathering spaces. Together, they capture the full spirit of Springfield as the birthplace of Route 66—where every journey includes both peaceful moments and shared experiences.
Artist: Emily Million
Sponsor: Visit Springfield
Closest Address: 3001 N. Grant Ave., Springfield
The Frisco
Located on Historic Commercial Street near the entrance of the Jefferson Avenue Footbridge, this design honors Springfield’s railroad legacy and its connection to Route 66. Inspired by the Frisco logo and local history, it features a locomotive traveling alongside Commercial Street landmarks, with a rural landscape on the reverse. Together, the scenes highlight the shared pathways that shaped the region’s culture and identity.
Artist: Linda Passeri
Sponsor: Commercial Street TIF
Closest Address: 321 E. Commercial St., Springfield
The Cardinal Spirit
Located at the entrance of the newly named Route 66 Stadium, this design celebrates the excitement and tradition of baseball in Springfield, inspired by family memories at Hammons Field. Featuring elements like the Springfield Cardinals and post-game fireworks, it captures the joy of game day and the sense of community it creates—honoring a local experience that’s become part of the city’s story.
Artist: Madeline Curtis
Sponsor: Springfield Cardinals
Closest Address: 955 E. Trafficway St., Springfield
A Century Begins Here
Located on Park Central Square across from European Cafe in downtown Springfield, this design is a jubilant nod to the 100-year anniversary of Route 66 as a Springfield icon. This design utilizes the vision of Visit Springfield to show a bright, bold color palette to bring the imagery of fireworks behind a large 100 to life. Each colorful burst features a 100 in the center over a dark, night sky.
Artist: Janelle Patterson
Sponsor: Visit Springfield
Closest Address: 105 Park Central Square, Springfield
Into the Sunset
At the corner of West College Street and Scenic Avenue, this design features the highway stretching into a sunset, symbolizing Route 66’s westward turn through the city.
Artist: Randy Clute
Sponsor: Westside Betterment Association & Councilmember Monica Horton
Closest Address: 2626 W. College Road, Springfield
Pasture Raised on the Mother Road
Located at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, this sculpture celebrates the 100th anniversary of Route 66 while honoring the agricultural roots of the American heartland. The design highlights rolling landscapes, farming traditions and a sense of community through vibrant, playful color. It reflects both the history and future of the Mother Road, capturing the spirit of possibility along the way.
Artist: Meg Wagler
Sponsor: Vital Farms
Closest Address: 3825 W. Farm Road 146, Springfield
Game On, Springfield
Located at Allison Sports Town, this design highlights the Springfield Sports Commission’s impact in promoting sports across the community. Using its signature red, white and blue branding, the piece showcases a variety of sports equipment, celebrating the organization’s role in supporting athletes and opportunities at every level.
Artist: Janelle Patterson
Sponsor: Springfield Sports Commission
Closest Address: 209 Airport Blvd, Springfield
Welcome to Springfield
Located inside the Springfield-Branson National Airport, this sculpture serves as a vibrant welcome to Springfield, celebrating the city as a crossroads of cultures, people and ideas. Featuring “Welcome” in multiple languages—including Indigenous languages native to the region—it reflects both the area’s history and its global connections. Bold colors and layered forms create a sense of movement and conversation, capturing the inclusive spirit of Route 66 and the community it connects.
Artist: Linda Passeri
Sponsor: Visit Springfield
Closest Address: 2300 N. Airport Blvd, Springfield
Rerouted: From Mother Road to Mother Board
Located at the Trailhead of the Ozark Greenways Frisco Highline Trail, this piece reimagines the Route 66 shield for a modern era, blending history with technology. Glowing circuitry transforms the iconic roadway into a digital landscape, symbolizing the shift from physical travel to virtual connection. Rooted in Springfield’s role as the birthplace of Route 66, the sculpture reflects on how journeys have evolved—honoring the past while questioning where the road leads next.
Artist: Yves “Hu” Jerome
Sponsor: Ozark Greenways Frisco Highline Trail
Closest Address: 3845 W. Kearney St., Springfield
