Route 66 Tapestries
Description: U.S. Route 66 or U.S. Highway 66 (US 66 or Route 66), also known as the Will Rogers Highway, the Main Street of America or the Mother Road, was one of the original highways in the U.S. Highway System. US 66 was established on November 11, 1926, with road signs erected the following year.
Description: This mixed media graphic art piece showcases a digital representation of the renowned "Corner" in Winslow, Arizona, situated along the historic Route 66. The composition is complemented by a stylized depiction of a baby blue Mustang from the mid-1960s positioned in the foreground. Positioned above the scene is the scripted inscription "Historic Route 66," while the word "Arizona" elegantly graces the space below. Completing the composition is a distinctive line at the bottom, featuring the memorable lyric, "It's a girl my lord, in a flatbed Ford." This captivating design was meticulously crafted in December 2023, capturing the essence of a bygone era.
Description: If you travelled Route 66 between Amarillo, Texas and Albuquerque, New Mexico at some point between 1949 and 2000, you probably at least thought about pulling off at the Westerner Drive-Inn in Tucumcari, New Mexico. Located at 1001 West Route 66 Boulevard, it was the only thing around on this particular stretch and was pretty hard to miss, and frequent travelers have undoubtedly knew it was the place to get a great meal. Operating as an old school drive in for just over five decades, the Westerner specialized in big burgers, golden fries, and traditional sodas, even offering a full breakfast menu to weary travelers.
Description: Celebrate a century of the Mother Road with this stunning Route 66 100th Anniversary design. Featuring a classic 1950s car, iconic cowboy boots, and the legendary highway shield, this vintage black and white artwork captures the spirit of the American road trip. Perfect for classic car enthusiasts, travelers, and anyone who loves Americana heritage. Whether you've driven the whole path from Chicago to LA or just dream of the open road, this "100 Years of Providing Kicks" design is the ultimate souvenir for the 2026 centennial.
Description: Route 66 travelers who have passed through New Mexico surely recognize the landmark neon sign for the Sun ‘n Sand Motel that has stood along the side of the highway in Santa Rosa since the early '50s. The motel itself was built in 1952 and largely remained unchanged until it was updated and remodeled in 1998, but ended up closing down in 2012.
