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September 17, 2025
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Plan a shopping excursion to historic downtown Pontiac

Plan a shopping excursion to historic downtown Pontiac

Walkable selection of mom & pop shops await at the end of The First Hundred Miles

By Ryan Searl●
September 02, 2025 at 3:42 pm CDT
Close out Summer with a Route 66 boutique shopping excursion

Close out Summer with a Route 66 boutique shopping excursion

7 can’t-miss niche stores along The First Hundred Miles

By Ryan Searl●
August 15, 2025 at 3:59 pm CDT
Unique boutiques along Joliet’s stretch of Route 66

Unique boutiques along Joliet’s stretch of Route 66

6 shopping spots to visit during National Small Business Month

By Ryan Searl●
May 15, 2025 at 3:17 pm CDT
Landing Pad Shop Debuts Ahead of Red Carpet Corridor Festival

Landing Pad Shop Debuts Ahead of Red Carpet Corridor Festival

Explore The First Hundred Miles’ newest gift shop - Open Now!

By Ryan Searl●
May 01, 2025 at 11:28 am CDT
Shop small along Historic Route 66

Shop small along Historic Route 66

10 Can’t-Miss Boutiques Along The First Hundred Miles

By Ryan Searl●
April 25, 2025 at 3:41 pm CDT
Souvenir stops along The First Hundred Miles

Souvenir stops along The First Hundred Miles

9 can’t-miss gift shops located along Illinois’ Route 66

By Ryan Searl●
April 11, 2025 at 5:06 pm CDT
Shop “Illinois Made” small businesses along Route 66

Shop “Illinois Made” small businesses along Route 66

In 2025, plan a visit to these popular regional makers

By Ryan Searl●
January 01, 2025 at 1:17 pm CST
Visit Pontiac’s Hometown Holidays and shop these small businesses

Visit Pontiac’s Hometown Holidays and shop these small businesses

Mom & pop shops await in Pontiac

By Ryan Searl●
December 05, 2024 at 1:42 pm CST
Boutique Shopping on The First Hundred Miles

Boutique Shopping on The First Hundred Miles

6 destination shopping spots near Route 66

By Ryan Searl●
October 04, 2024 at 12:30 pm CDT
Shop Small Along Historic Route 66

Shop Small Along Historic Route 66

Antique and boutique shopping destinations near The First Hundred Miles

By Ryan Searl●
September 01, 2023 at 1:46 pm CDT

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