Discover the whimsical world of Tinkertown Museum in Sandia Park, New Mexico! Built by folk artist Ross Ward, this 22-room marvel features over 50,000 glass bottles, intricate miniatures, animated dioramas, an art car, and a 35-foot wooden boat. From a miniature Old West town to a skeleton mariachi band, every display is a celebration of creativity and imagination.
Step into Oklahoma City’s history at the Overholser Mansion, a stunning three-story Victorian home built in 1903 by Henry Overholser, the “Father of Oklahoma City.” Located in the Heritage Hills neighborhood, this French Château-style mansion features intricate woodwork, stained glass, and original antique furnishings.
Nestled in the heart of Santa Fe, the Oldest House Museum on De Vargas Street transports visitors back to a different era. Often called the De Vargas Street House, this structure is believed to be one of the oldest buildings in the United States, with roots stretching as far back as the early 17th century. A fascinating blend of history, culture, and architecture, the Oldest House Museum invites visitors to step inside and experience a slice of life from Santa Fe’s past.
Make a pit stop at Pete’s Route 66 Gas Station Museum: a vintage service station turned museum in Williams, Arizona, located in the heart of Route 66 and the Gateway to the Grand Canyon.
The Decopolis Discovitorium and the TulsaRama Town Square in Tulsa, Oklahoma is a fun spot that offers unique gifts in an even more unique location. Stroll through the living dioramas and shop for rocks, fossils, dinosaurs, steampunk treasures, Tulsa souvenirs, local interest books, art, and more!
Route 66 Historical Village in Tulsa, Oklahoma is an open-air museum that transports you back in time to Tulsa’s oil capital origins. Walk through a recreated area that celebrates Tulsa’s roots in as the “Oil Capital of the World.” Walk through this park to learn about and experience Tulsa’s oil, refining and transportation industries.
The Route 66 Museum in Lebanon, Missouri focuses on The Mother Road with a particular emphasis on the local area.
The Galena Mining and Historical Museum celebrates the Kansas town’s mining roots and Route 66 legacy, offering visitors a glimpse into its storied past.
Route 66 Motorheads Bar and Grill & Museum in Springfield, Illinois is a gathering place for lovers of The Mother Road, car culture, and a good time. Stop in to grab a delicious bite to eat from their curated menu of American favorites, drink an ice-cold drink from the bar, listen to live music, or explore a treasure trove of Americana memorabilia.
This small museum on Route 66 celebrates all things big. The American Giants Museum in Atlanta, Illinois pays tribute to Muffler Men and other oversized fiberglass creations that once were a mainstay of American advertising.
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