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8 popular historical spots between Joliet and Pontiac

8 scenic outdoor activities to visit this autumn near Route 66

10+ can’t-miss roadside attractions

World record attempt along The First Hundred Miles of Route 66

Podcast series packs big historical tales into micro episodes

Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie welcome center reopens

9 significant historic sites just off The First Hundred Miles

4 for new signs and photo-ops along The First Hundred Miles

Larger than life signs honor history of The Mother Road

See historic Route 66 prison in a new light just in time for Halloween