Route 66 Centennial Kickoff
Route 66's centennial kickoff event is April 30 to May 3 in Springfield, Missouri, with events and exhibits planned [https://www.blackseries.net/blog/route-66-centennial-planning-blackseries-rv-guide.html] [https://ksdk.com/article/news/local/national-museum-transportation-open-route-66-centennial-exhibit/63-4a83d1f9-45af-4d21-b246-6dd604666118].
The Route 66 centennial celebration will include a variety of events, exhibits, and activities in Springfield, Missouri. The kickoff event aims to celebrate the history and cultural significance of the iconic highway. The National Museum of Transportation in St. Louis will also host a Route 66 centennial exhibit. This exhibit will likely showcase artifacts, stories, and historical information related to the highway's impact on American culture. Springfield, Missouri, known as the "Birthplace of Route 66," was where the name "Route 66" was officially adopted in 1926. The city's history is deeply intertwined with the highway, making it a fitting location for the kickoff celebration.
