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“Old” New Route 66 Decor

Rusted Route 66 Sign

One of the most recognizable symbols of classic Americana is the Route 66 road sign.The original Route 66 metal sign markers, made of embossed steel and enamel painted, were designed to last a lifetime. But the highway was all too soon de-certified in favor of Interstates and less scenic routes. > Read: The History of Route [...]

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American Icons: Route 66

Route 66 Diner Sign

For many years, it was THE route to take when driving cross-country. Today it lives on as a symbol of freedom and of a simpler way of living. Route 66 is an enduring American icon.

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Route 66 – America’s Highway

Route 66 Tin Sign

From Chicago to Los Angeles… Also known as “The Mother Road” and the “Will Rogers highway”, Route 66 was a national roadway that extended from the eastern region of the United States to the west coast. Its purpose was to connect both rural and urban streets to a major roadway system. The idea for a [...]

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