Is it still called a block if it's shaped like a triangle? Oklahoma City Oklahoma
The Milk Bottle Grocery was built on prime real estate in 1930 on the original Route 66 alignment. On a tiny triangular block, sits a...
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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!
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Oct 16, 2021
1946 Historic Theatre, Oklahoma City Oklahoma
The Will Rogers Theatre was built in 1946. it could sit 1,000 viewers and was decorated with a mural depicting scenes from Will Rogers...
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Oct 16, 2021
Rare Original Barn Sign, Chandler Oklahoma
I love these signs! This one is an original and in great condition. It is said to be the last Meramec Caverns barn sign left in...
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Oct 16, 2021
Backyard UFO, Davenport Oklahoma
It may not look like it, but trust me, it is worth the bumpy, rough, dirt and gravel road excursion to see. Just a half a mile off of...
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Oct 16, 2021
Hard to miss this tall Neon Sign, Stroud Oklahoma
The "L" shaped Skyliner Motel opened in 1959 and is still hosting guests today. The motel's great neon sign points the way to your room....
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Oct 16, 2021
Another "Cars" inspiration spot, Stroud Oklahoma
Construction of the Rock Cafe began in 1936, during the Dust Bowl Era of the Great Depression. The original building costs were $100 for...
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Aug 17, 2021
World's Tallest Gas Pump, Sapulpa Oklahoma
Standing at the fitting height of 66 feet, this pump is a replica of 1920's style gas pumps that were in use on Route 66 when it became a...
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Aug 17, 2021
Little Burger Joint that ran McDonald's out of town, Sapulpa Oklahoma
This original burger joint opened in 1957 and still looks pretty much the same as it did then, with it's great neon sign. in the 1980's a...
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Aug 17, 2021
Tribute to the towns main industries, Sapulpa Oklahoma
A Tribute to Sapulpa Industry and Workers, this sculpture was installed in 2002 to commemorate the industries and products of Sapulpa...
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Aug 17, 2021
Giant Neon Milk Advertisement, Tulsa Oklahoma
This neon advertisement for Meadow Gold was built in 1934. It was saved (YAY!!) after the building it was on was demolished, re-installed...
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Aug 17, 2021
Tallest Free-Standing Statue in the US, Tulsa Oklahoma
Standing 76 feet tall, this giant, called The Golden Driller, was put in place in 1966. He is so tall that he rests his gloved right hand...
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Aug 17, 2021
Classic Neon Motel Sign, Tulsa Oklahoma
There were several old neon motel signs along East 11th Street in Tulsa. I really like the look of this one. It is from 1953 and in front...
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Aug 17, 2021
Neon Ten-Gallon Hat, Tulsa Oklahoma
We saw a few of these original Arby's signs along Route 66. There are not too many of them left. This one was in front of a nice new...
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Aug 17, 2021
Neon Oasis Motel Sign, Tulsa Oklahoma
Another great vintage neon motel sign. This one was installed in 1960 in front of the motel which was built in 1953 and still in...
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Aug 16, 2021
Definitely the most recognizable Route 66 attraction, Catoosa Oklahoma
This giant blue whale was not built as a Route 66 attraction, but rather as a unique birthday gift that was intended just for family fun....
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Aug 16, 2021
Oddly, one of my favorite remnants of old Route 66, Afton Oklahoma
I'm not sure why the ruins of this old motel captured by attention so much. If you look closely, you can see the name, Avon Motel, on the...
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Aug 16, 2021
The one and only Waylan's Ku-Ku Burger, Miami Oklahoma
What started in the 1960's as an original fast food drive-in chain, the only one left in business is this one, built in 1965. We ran into...
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Aug 16, 2021
Former Broyles Tydol Station, Commerce Oklahoma
Originally opened as a Marathon gas station in 1927, the business was purchased by Lauren and Grace Broyles in the 1930's and changed to...
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Aug 16, 2021
Ghost Mural, Quapaw Oklahoma
Love seeing these ghost murals and this one was great because it covered the whole side of a building. Not an advertisement, but a main...
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Aug 15, 2021
Old Bank Sign captured just in time, Baxter Springs Kansas
1910 Baxter State Bank Building, just down the road for their current new building. This cool old sign has since been striped down to the...
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