top of page
In my travels on the back roads doing genealogy research, I’ve seen hundreds of remnants of times gone by. These iconic symbols of "Americana" inspired me to create this blog. By documenting them, I'll remember and maybe you'll find something interesting to hunt down next time you are in one of these areas!
You can use the search feature in the blog to look for specific cities or states. Enjoy!
Search


Giant Praying Hands, Webb City Missouri
These hands are 32 feet high and rest atop a 40 foot man-made hill. They were placed here in the 1970's. You will see them from MacArthur...
info543130
Aug 15, 2021
9 views
0 comments


The "Missouri Mater" tow truck, Carterville Missouri
This old Chevy tow truck sits at Bulger Motor Company. The business has been in operation since 1946. The truck got the nick name...
info543130
Aug 15, 2021
20 views
0 comments


Iconic Steak 'n Shake with lots of original neon, Springfield Missouri
I wish I had gotten a better picture of the neon sign out front. It is fantastic. This Steak 'n Shake was build in 1962 and much of the...
info543130
Aug 15, 2021
15 views
0 comments


Rest Haven Court Neon Sign, Springfield Missouri
Built in 1947, this Motel is still in operation. The working neon sign was designed by the original owner and erected in 1953. It is said...
info543130
Aug 15, 2021
9 views
0 comments


1950's Neon Sign that still works! Lebanon Missouri
Built in 1946, the Munger Moss Motel is still in operation today. The neon sign still works and there are several Route 66 themed rooms....
info543130
Aug 15, 2021
7 views
0 comments


Giant Bowling Pin, Buckhorn Missouri
Another quirky Route 66 roadside attraction is this giant bowling pin advertisement for the Buckhorn Bowling Alley. It is located on...
info543130
Aug 15, 2021
28 views
0 comments


Dairy King Sign, Waynesville Missouri
This once neon sign was uncovered around 2016 during a renovation project. It didn't look like any business was opened at the location...
info543130
Aug 15, 2021
7 views
0 comments


Giant Frog Boulder, Waynseville Missouri
Sticking out of the side of a hill is a big boulder that has been painted like a giant frog. Just a fun sight to see on your drive along...
info543130
Aug 13, 2021
17 views
0 comments


Not too proud to say that I've eaten fudge from Uranus, St Robert Missouri
No trip across Missouri would be complete without a stop at the Uranus Fudge Factory. All joking aside, the fudge was delicious. There...
info543130
Aug 13, 2021
9 views
0 comments


Larry Baggett's Trail of Tears Memorial, Jerome Missouri
This is a super cool, folk artsy memorial. We had to find a place to park the bike which lead us in through the side and caused us to...
info543130
Aug 13, 2021
32 views
0 comments


Giant Dripping Neon Faucet, St James Missouri
Originally in St Louis, in 1948, the giant faucet advertised Friede Plumbing Company. Their son moved the sign to St James in the mid...
info543130
Jul 17, 2021
55 views
0 comments


Wow, just wow, Fanning Missouri
Hands down the best collection of memorabilia I have ever seen. Bob's Gasoline Alley. We could have stayed here the rest of the day....
info543130
Jul 17, 2021
10 views
0 comments


Unique Stone Cabin Motel, Cuba Missouri
The Wagon Wheel Motel claims to be the oldest continuously operating Motel on Route 66 and I'm sure someone would have called them out on...
info543130
Jul 17, 2021
3 views
0 comments


Rain Delay Humor, St Claire Missouri
The only rain we saw on the whole ride from Chicago to Santa Monica was on the 2nd day of our Route 66 trip. It only rained heavily for...
info543130
Jul 17, 2021
4 views
0 comments


Why Don't We Use Barn Signs Anymore?, St Claire Missouri
These barn advertisements sure bring back childhood memories! I love them. There are not many left out there and especially not ones in...
info543130
Jul 17, 2021
5 views
0 comments


Sunset Motel Neon Sign, Villa Ridge Missouri
They look a little weathered, but these signs were restored in 2009. The motel is still in operation, but only as weekend rentals. It was...
info543130
Jul 17, 2021
7 views
0 comments


Brick, Glass, Steel and Neon, Gray Summit Missouri
I love this neon sign. The base is glass blocks and bricks. It stands in front of the now closed Gardenway Motel which closed in 2014...
info543130
Jul 17, 2021
4 views
0 comments


Crestwood Bowl Sign, St Louis Missouri
This sign is still lit at night in front of the Crestwood Bowl which was opened in 1958 by three professional bowlers; Dick Weber, Pat...
info543130
Jul 11, 2021
6 views
0 comments


But First.... Donuts! St Louis Missouri
So much old neon on this strip of Route 66, this one is right down the road from the Auto Seat Covers sign. The Donut Drive In opened in...
info543130
Jul 11, 2021
7 views
0 comments


Auto Seat Covers Neon Sign, St Louis Missouri
This stretch of Route 66 has lots of old businesses and signs. I don't know too much about this old neon sign, I just liked it! It's out...
info543130
Jul 11, 2021
7 views
0 comments
bottom of page