Legacy of the Mother Road
Route 66 is a storied highway that has captured the imagination of generations. Its lore is expressed through music, films, biographies, poetry, storytelling, and life experiences. The collection of narratives stretches beyond the length of the nearly 2,500-mile road across the U. S. Its famed stature has gained fans from around the world.
In their own words, the staff and contributing writers of the TCC Connection have documented their interpretation of the highs and lows of the road, as its longest route passes through the state of Oklahoma, and where the capital of the route is Tulsa.
We wanted to develop a trail of knowledge that would be navigable for aficionados and amateur learners of the legendary thoroughfare. We hope we did that!
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Landmarks
Route 66 in Tulsa – Why do landmarks like the Meadow Gold sign matter?
This is the Meadow Gold sign in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Standing tall along the renowned Route 66 highway. Many of you …
The Giants of the Mother Road
Standing Tall on the Mother Road Standing tall along Oklahoma’s stretch of historic Route 66 are towering fiberglass statues, some …
A New Way to Explore Route 66 in Tulsa
Tulsa County has created a new way to explore Route 66 for both residents and travelers. As part of its …
Double-Feature on the Mother Road: What the Coming Route 66 Centennial Means for Tulsa’s Historic Drive-In Theater
The Admiral Twin is a longstanding Tulsa landmark, situated just off the famed Route 66. Since it opened, nearly 75 …
Golden Driller: The Great Tulsan Statue
Rising high above the Tulsa skyline, the Golden Driller remains one of Oklahoma’s most iconic landmarks and one of the tallest statues …
Cyrus Avery: The Visionary Behind America’s Mother Road
Before Route 66 became America’s most iconic highway, it began as nothing more than an idea – one that required vision, determination, …
Business
Josey Records: The Perfect Stop for All Your Music Needs!
Everyone knows of the famous Route 66, the stretch of highway from Chicago to Santa Monica. But perhaps one of …
Double-Feature on the Mother Road: What the Coming Route 66 Centennial Means for Tulsa’s Historic Drive-In Theater
The Admiral Twin is a longstanding Tulsa landmark, situated just off the famed Route 66. Since it opened, nearly 75 …
Get to Know the Mother Road Market! – Review
I had been hearing about this place downtown that was sort of a food court of up-and-coming restaurants in Tulsa. It had a …
Pops 66: A Modern Landmark on America’s Mother Road
One of the best-known roadside sights in Oklahoma is Pops 66 in Arcadia, rising above the grassland along historic Route …
Eskimo Joe’s Releases Stunning Route 66 T-shirts With 100th Anniversary Theme – Review
Oklahoma’s iconic business, Eskimo Joe’s from Stillwater, shook the market with its hilarious t-shirt designs dedicated to the 100th anniversary …
The History of Route 66: Road Fest
Route 66, otherwise known as U. S. Highway 66, is something more than a strip of asphalt. It is a …
Art
Route 66 in Tulsa – Why do landmarks like the Meadow Gold sign matter?
This is the Meadow Gold sign in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Standing tall along the renowned Route 66 highway. Many of you …
The Giants of the Mother Road
Standing Tall on the Mother Road Standing tall along Oklahoma’s stretch of historic Route 66 are towering fiberglass statues, some …
Discover a New Hobby with the ‘I Can’t’ Workshop
Don’t forget to register next time! Throughout all of January and even a little March, Tulsans learned to feel the rhythm of music, took dance classes, created interesting handmade …
The World Celebrates Art Deco’s 100th Anniversary, What About Tulsa? – Reporter’s Notebook, Part III
In the two previous columns on Art Deco, I introduced readers to events celebrating the 100th anniversary of Art Deco around the world and guided them through the Decopolis Tulsa …
Tulsa’s Route 66 Merchant, The Sky Gallery, Specializes in Artistic Souvenirs and Gifts
Since Josh and Amanda Stout, owners of the RedFork Arts Foundry Tulsa, purchased The Sky Gallery, a gift, souvenir, and …
Reporter’s Notebook: Decopolis Tulsa Art Deco Museum Offers Humorous Route 66 and Oklahoma-themed Souvenirs and Gifts
An iconic Tulsa business, Decopolis, opened in the Tulsa Deco District in 2012. It specializes in selling books, toys, souvenirs, …
Voices
Review: The Voice of Route 66: An Afternoon with Michael Wallis
On Jan. 14, Michael Wallis shared stories about his life, accomplishments, and study of the …
Review: Keating’s ‘Lost Dream of Route 66’ exhibit highlights the unseen stories of the storied highway
The University of Tulsa recently sponsored an exhibit “Lost Dream of Route 66” by Edward …
Interviews
Tulsa – Capital of Route 66
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The Market District – 11th Street & Lewis
Meadow Gold District – 11th Street & Peoria
