Chicago's Navy Pier becoming official starting point of historic Route 66

Chicago is celebrating 100 years of Route 66 with a new official starting point. Navy Pier will now mark the beginning of the ...
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Why Route 66 still captivates travelers coming through Edwardsville

The roots of Route 66 go back to bicyclists in the late 1800s who wanted paved roads to travel on, Eichar Jett said.
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Chicago moves start of Route 66 to Navy Pier

Chicago is rewriting history for the 100th celebration of Route 66, the iconic roadway connecting Chicago to Los Angeles. The ...
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Between Chicago and Naperville is a tiny suburb on historic Route 66 with comfort food

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. What better way to celebrate the centennial anniversary of America's iconic Route 66 than by taking a 2026 road trip through some of its most ...