Route 66 Resources
As the State of Illinois prepares to celebrate the historic U.S. Route 66’s centennial in 2026, we invite you to explore the following state resources.
- State of Illinois Route 66 Centennial Celebration
- Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway guide
- Route 66 Association of Illinois
If you’re planning to explore Route 66 beyond Chicago, these guides will be invaluable:
- Great Rivers and Routes of Southwest Illinois: Last 100 miles of Historic Route 66 in Illinois
- Heritage Corridor Destinations: First 100 miles of Route 66 in Illinois
- Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau: Springfield is Historic Route 66
- Enjoy Illinois: Route 66 in Illinois
- Visit the USA: Illinois’ Route 66 – Touring Classic Stops on the USA’s Mother Road
Route 66’s rich history as America’s Main Street intersects with the future of transportation, as electric vehicles (EVs) continue to drive innovation and sustainability along this iconic highway. If you’re an electric vehicle user or are interested in learning more about electric vehicles, be sure to check out the resources below.
- U.S. Department of Energy: History of Electric Vehicles
- U.S. Department of Energy: Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Locator
- U.S. Department of Energy: Illinois laws and incentives for alternative fuels and vehicles
- State of Illinois: State and Federal rebates for EV Consumers
- Illinois Department of Transportation: Drive Electric Illinois resources