An Officially Recommended Project of the US Route 66 Centennial Commission
the route 66 centennial monument project
MAKE YOUR MARK ON
THE MOTHER ROAD
Communities from Chicago to Santa Monica are commemorating the Route 66 Centennial with these iconic placemaking monuments.
A Unique Shield Design for Each State
A Portal to History and Traveler Resources at Every Centennial Monument Location
A Distinct Webpage for Every Monument
Every monument installation features a unique QR code that links to its own dedicated webpage, showcasing rich historical insights and stunning monument photos. This innovative feature ensures the Route 66 Centennial celebration is preserved and cherished for generations to come.
About the Route 66 Centennial Monument
COLLABORATIVE DESIGN
Designed by VOX Industries in a collaboration with renowned public artist Stan Carroll, the Route 66 Centennial Monument stands 16’ tall, is double-sided, and is durably constructed of routed steel. Internally lit by powerful LED lighting, this striking landmark will welcome Route 66 travelers to your community day and night. A national website for the project will feature every monument location, inviting tourists to pull over and capture a glimpse or selfie of every monument along the Route.
CONTRIBUTING EDITOR
Robert Reid is a six-time Emmy-winning producer for PBS and veteran travel writer / videographer whose work has appeared in National Geographic Traveler, the New York Times, CNN, USA Today, Lonely Planet, and numerous international travel publications.
Throughout his career, he has covered Route 66, classic road trips, and long-distance overland journeys. He’s also authored several travel guidebooks for destinations spanning the Great Plains to Siberia. An Oklahoma native, Reid currently lives in Portland, Oregon.
OFFICIAL DESIGNATION
The Route 66 Centennial Monument Project is an official project recommended by the U.S. Route 66 Centennial Commission, being implemented by the National Park Service in collaboration with the Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership.
SPECIFICATIONS
Standing 16’ in height, Route 66 Centennial Monuments are double-sided with raised lettering and internally lit with LED lighting, delighting and welcoming Route 66 visitors – day and night.
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