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  • Route 66 Must-Visit: Tee Pee Curios

    A must stop for 66 souvenirs! Located on Route 66 in Tucumcari, NM this shop has a long heritage. Originally a Gulf gas station in the 1940’s, it has transformed over the years into a grocery, and then a trading post. The iconic teepee was added to the front of the store in 1960 when […] More

  • Lou Mitchell’s: “The First Stop on the Mother Road”

    A hearty breakfast, a friendly wait staff, and a hundred years of history are what earns Lou Mitchell’s its title as 66’s first stop. Oh and did we mention the donut holes? Since 1923 Lou Mitchell’s has been serving breakfast and lunch to everyone and anyone in the Chicago area. It’s location at 565 W. […] More

  • Blue Whale of Catoosa

    Did you know that the Blue Whale of Catoosa is one of the most iconic Route 66 attractions in popular culture? Read until the end for the full list, you won’t believe the last one! Hugh Davis built the blue whale in the early 1970’s as an anniversary gift to his wife, who, as you […] More

  • Over the Rainbow Bridge, Kansas

    The Route 66 of today sometimes veers off from the original direction of America’s Main Street. Here, at DBH, we want to present the full spectrum of the Mother Road by showing you current attractions, hotels, restaurants, etc. as well as past sights, historic events, and lore. The Rainbow Bridge, or the Brush Creek Bridge, […] More

  • See the Route 66 Hall of Fame – Pontiac Route 66 Hall of Fame and Museum

    Step back in time at the Pontiac Route 66 Hall of Fame and Museum. Tucked away in Pontiac, Illinois, the Museum stands as a vibrant tribute to the golden age of American road travel. The building that once housed the fire department and the City Hall for Pontiac, now stands as an heirloom museum. Feast […] More

  • Ambler’s Texaco Gas Station: A Classic Stop on Route 66

    In the heart of Dwight, Illinois, Ambler’s Texaco Gas Station stands as a beautifully preserved relic of Route 66’s storied past. This charming gas station, with its distinctive red and white canopy, has been a welcoming sight for travelers on the Mother Road since 1933. Today, it serves as a nostalgic window into the golden […] More

  • Kansas Stretch of Route 66: Hidden Gems and Historic Haunts

    Hey there, folks! RJ here, your guide to the grand ol’ Route 66 through the heart of Kansas. Now, let me tell ya, Kansas might only have a short stretch of this legendary road, but boy, does it pack a punch with charm and history. We’re talking about a mere 13 miles, but it’s 13 […] More

  • Rockin’ the Golden State: Tracing the Roots of Rock ‘n’ Roll in California

    Picture this: you’re cruising down a California highway, the sun setting over the Pacific, and the sounds of rock ‘n’ roll legends filling the air. This isn’t just any road trip; it’s a voyage through the heart of America’s rock ‘n’ roll kingdom. From the Beach Boys’ sun-soaked harmonies to the revolutionary riffs of San […] More

  • Discover Cadillac Ranch: The Controversial Art Project That Became a Route 66 Landmark

    In the windswept vastness of the Texas Panhandle, where the sky stretches out like an unending canvas, there lies a surreal spectacle: ten Cadillacs, half-buried nose-first in a farmer’s field. This is no mere automobile cemetery. This is art, anarchy, and quintessentially American — it’s Cadillac Ranch. A remarkable fusion of capitalism and counter-culture, it […] More

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