Route 66 Centennial Commission

The Route 66

Centennial

is here!

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Connect with the Centennial Journey

All through 2026

We'll Connect You

With the Centennial Journey

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vs2 Celebrate the road

Commemorating our heritage

We'll Celebrate

The Road's Iconic Past

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Continue the Journey

Together with you

We'll Continue The Journey

Into an Exciting Future

Centennial invitation

You are invited to

A Party With a Purpose

JOIN THE ROUTE 66
CENTENNIAL!

Whether at home or on the Road, journey with us as a Member of the Route 66 Centennial Birthday Party Club.

Enjoy the Route 66 Centennial monthly newsletter, digital screensavers and backgrounds, and the first word on what's coming down the road. You'll also get access to upcoming Centennial events, insider news, and member-only benefits.

Choose from three membership levels.

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Centennial Birthday Party Club

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Featured Events/Programs

Centennial Passport Project

Route 66 Centennial Passport

The Centennial Route 66 Passport is being developed to mark the 100th anniversary of the Mother Road. This commemorative passport will be a luxury collector’s item with a limited print run.

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P66 Rallye

P66 Rallye
Route 66 100th

The P66 Rallye is an art-forward Porsche-themed automotive rally planned for October 10-23, 2026, featuring Route 66 and the towns/people along it between Chicago, IL, and Santa Monica, CA. This will be a curated event designed to be inclusive and to present a bold new image for Route 66, positioning it for the highway's next 100 years.

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Bridgeport Bridge Centennial Renovation

Bridgeport Bridge Centennial Rennovation

The crown jewel of Oklahoma's Route 66 transportation infrastructure - the recently preserved Bridgeport Bridge. Designed to enhance motorists' traveling experience and ensure this iconic bridge retains its original, historic look and feel, the bridge provides motorists an authentic Route 66 experience

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Run for ALS

Route 66 Centennial
Run for ALS

Enric Casacuberta of Catalonia, Spain lost two dear friend to ALS. An avid runner, he began to raise funds for ALS research, public awarenss, and to help those with the costs of recovery and treatment. This was the impetus for the Route 66 Centennial Run for ALS.

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Preservation and Economic Development Grants

Preservation and Economic Development Grant Program

This grant program supports businesses and attractions located along Route 66 – and, in the process, commemorates and honors the people who own and operate the places that play a crucial role in the Route 66 experience and story.

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Anthony Schmidt miniature exploration

Route 66 Miniature Discovery Project

Anthony Schmidt is a 17-year-old photographer with an extraordinary eye for classic Americana. Join him on a cross-country journey down Route 66—capturing the spirit of America one photo at a time.

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Centennial Stamp Initiative

Centennial Commemorative stamp

To help the world celebrate the Centennial of Route 66, the Commission is supporting the USPS creation of a series of Route 66 Centennial Commemorative stamps.

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Centennial Speaker Series

Monthly Speakers

Join the 100th birthday celebration of Route 66 with authors, historians, researchers, and advocates sharing their stories and expertise. This unique webinar series will deepen your understanding and appreciation of the nation’s beloved Mother Road.

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Centennial Supporting Partnerships

America 250

National Park Service

National trust for Historic Preservation

World Monument Fund

Road Runner

Illinois

Illinois State

Missouri

Kansas

OK Route 66 Association

Texas

New Mexico

Arizona Route 66 Association

California Historic Route 66 Association

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