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Route 66 Association of Illinois
Where the Road Begins
Our Mission
To Preserve, Educate, Promote and Enjoy Route 66 in Illinois.
Association Membership
The valued members of our association help support our efforts. We welcome you to join us in this noble cause.
Route 66 in Illinois
A nostalgic trip through Americana
Destinations
Discover the places and attractions that manifest the charm, appeal and nostalgia of classic Americana along Route 66 in Illinois.
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Events
Learn when and where you can find exciting events and participate in volunteer opportunities along Illinois’ Route 66.
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Maps
Locate destinations along our slice of the Mother Road, then plan and head out on your fun-filled Route 66 journey!
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Route 66 Museum
On January 20, 2021, our Museum and Hall of Fame will be reopening!
Our “home base” in Pontiac, Illinois. Visit to experience thousands of Route 66 artifacts and memorabilia galore! Admission is FREE!
Hall of Fame Inductees
We recognize individuals and places that have made a special mark on Route 66 throughout her history. See our complete list of honorees.
Officers and Board
These are the folks who’ve been elected to make our Association run. They keep their eyes and ears open for issues and events happening along Illinois Route 66.
The 2021 Motor Tour is a GO!!!
COVID-19 prevented us from holding our annual Motor Tour last year but we saved all the fun and festivities for this year’s event!
Mark your calendar, clear your schedule and get ready for a Motor Tour you’ve waited two years to experience!
Life is a Highway
Friday, June 11
Saturday, June 12
Sunday, June 13
This, our 30th annual Motor Tour, travels south to north and will feature a very special double crossing of the Chain of Rocks Bridge on Saturday morning.
Read all Tour details and register for the Motor Tour using this
Please note:
- Early registration $35.00
- Day of Tour (Friday, Saturday or Sunday) $45.00
- Send separate payment for tickets to Hall of Fame Banquet.
News & Announcements
Stay up to date with what’s happening on Route 66 in Illinois.
Volunteer
Preservation is one of our core missions. With our motto of ‘we work for food’ our members paint, build, repair, clean, and fight to preserve all that is Route 66.