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Route 66 Association of Illinois

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Chain of Rocks Bridge

Hall of Fame member, inducted 1998

Riverview Dr, St Louis, MO 63137, USA

The Old Chain of Rocks Bridge, which spans the Mississippi River between Chocteau Island on the east and St Louis, Missouri on the west was built in 1929 as part of the construction of Route 66. One of the bridge’s most unique features is the bend located about half-way through it’s one mile stretch. Today this Bridge is the world’s longest pedestrian and bicycle bridge. The Chain of rocks Bridge is open for foot and bicycle travel year-round and opens for vehicular traffic during special car events.

Brooks Catsup Bottle

Hall of Fame member, inducted 2008

800 South Morrison Avenue, Collinsville, IL, United States

This is one of Collinsville most unique attractions. The “bottle” served as a water tower for the catsup maker since it was built in 1949. This roadside attraction is Americana at its finest. You may have to wander off 66 a bit to find it, but it’s worth the effort. Local volunteers keep the catsup bottle looking its best.

http://www.catsupbottle.com

Stagger Inn Roadhouse

104 East Vandalia Street, Edwardsville, IL, United States

The Inn is a great place to stop and have a cool beverage and visit with the town’s friendly people.

https://www.facebook.com/p/Stagger-Inn-Again-100063549672195/

Bar Hours: Sunday 3pm - 1am
Monday - Wednesday 11am - 1am
Thursday - Saturday 11am - 2:30am
Kitchen Hours: Monday - Tuesday 11am - 3pm
Wednesday - Saturday 11am - 9pm

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Upcoming Events

Jun 16
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm CDT

Berwyn Cruise Nights 2025

Jun 20
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm CDT

Lincoln Third Fridays Downtown

Jun 20
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm CDT

Route 66 Cruisers Cruises

Jun 21
June 21 - June 29

2025 Great Race

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Your donation to our Association helps support our efforts to preserve, promote, educate and enjoy Route 66 in Illinois. We are a volunteer organization and thank you for your generous donation toward maintaining our nostalgic slice of Americana. The Association is a 501(c)(3) for tax purposes.

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