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The Official Rt. 66 Souvenir Book – Springfield
1926-2026 A Hundred Years on the Illinois Mother Road
Garret Moffett(0)
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In 2026, travelers and cruisers from around the world will embark on an epic American road trip from
Chicago to Santa Monica along historic Route 66, celebrating its 100th anniversary. Illinois is the
first 301-miles of fully paved road, and Springfield is the first major stop westbound from Chicago.
The Official Rt. 66 Souvenir Book – Springfield, is the only dedicated souvenir book for Rt. 66 in
Springfield. This book offers highlights of Springfield's Route 66 history, lists sites and attractions with
photos, loaded with fun facts, trivia, word games, and invites readers to add a commemorative stamp.
Enjoy old and new photos such as the old road motels, some that still exist today. Readers will also
enjoy information about Springfield's Rt. 66 food traditions such as Cozy Dog, the first hot dog on a
stick, and the legendary "Horseshoe" open faced sandwich, recipe included. Head to Maid-Rite and
place your order at the first drive-through window in America or brave the famous Firebrand chili at
the Chili Parlor! Local stories and haunted history has become part of the Rt. 66 allure and readers can
learn about Ghost Road 66 and Abe Lincoln, for example. Author Garret Moffett draws on his 22 years
as a Springfield tour guide to share his expertise in this volume, making this a "must" have for Rt. 66
cruisers trekking on the greatest American road trip in the USA.
Chicago to Santa Monica along historic Route 66, celebrating its 100th anniversary. Illinois is the
first 301-miles of fully paved road, and Springfield is the first major stop westbound from Chicago.
The Official Rt. 66 Souvenir Book – Springfield, is the only dedicated souvenir book for Rt. 66 in
Springfield. This book offers highlights of Springfield's Route 66 history, lists sites and attractions with
photos, loaded with fun facts, trivia, word games, and invites readers to add a commemorative stamp.
Enjoy old and new photos such as the old road motels, some that still exist today. Readers will also
enjoy information about Springfield's Rt. 66 food traditions such as Cozy Dog, the first hot dog on a
stick, and the legendary "Horseshoe" open faced sandwich, recipe included. Head to Maid-Rite and
place your order at the first drive-through window in America or brave the famous Firebrand chili at
the Chili Parlor! Local stories and haunted history has become part of the Rt. 66 allure and readers can
learn about Ghost Road 66 and Abe Lincoln, for example. Author Garret Moffett draws on his 22 years
as a Springfield tour guide to share his expertise in this volume, making this a "must" have for Rt. 66
cruisers trekking on the greatest American road trip in the USA.