Illinois State Museum collects Route 66 stories for centennial celebration

Illinois State Representative Randy E. Frese | Representative Randy E. Frese (R) 99th District

By Quincy Reporter

Sep 9, 2024

In celebration of the historic highway’s 100th anniversary in 2026, the Illinois State Museum is collecting stories from individuals who experienced the Illinois leg of the original Route 66.

https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2024/09/did-you-get-your-kicks-on-route-66.html

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