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Museums on Route 66
1. Illinois Route 66 Experience
Springfield, IL
Interactive Route 66 exhibit at the state fairgrounds.
2. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Springfield, IL
Immersive museum chronicling the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln.
3. American Giants Museum
Atlanta, IL
Dedicated to giant statues of American roadside culture.
4. Postville Courthouse
Lincoln, IL
Restored courthouse from Lincoln’s circuit days.
5. Neon Museum of Saint Louis
St. Louis, MO
Collection of restored neon signs from mid-century STL.
6. National Museum of Transportation
St. Louis, MO
One of the largest collections of transportation vehicles in the world.
7. J.H. Hawes Grain Elevator
Atlanta, IL
Historic grain elevator museum in Atlanta.
8. Boxcar Museum
Williamsville, IL
Museum housed in an old rail boxcar with unique displays.
9. Missouri History Museum
St. Louis, MO
Museum showcasing Missouri’s diverse history, including Route 66 and STL heritage exhibits.
10. Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66
Joliet, IL
Preserves and showcases Illinois' rock music history.
11. Joliet Area Historical Museum
Joliet, IL
City history museum with interactive Route 66 exhibits.
12. Williamsville Historical Museum
Williamsville, IL
Historic depot reflecting railroad and Route 66 era.
13. Illinois Mining Museum
Godley, IL
Museum dedicated to coal mining heritage with exhibits and tools.
14. Isle a la Cache Museum
Romeoville, IL
Forest preserve museum focusing on fur trade and Native American heritage.
15. Museum of Ice Cream
Chicago, IL
A playful, immersive museum centered on ice cream and childhood nostalgia.
16. The Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL
World-renowned art museum with an extensive collection including "American Gothic" and more.
17. Atlanta Museum
Atlanta, IL
Local museum showcasing town and Route 66 heritage.
18. Route 66 Arcade Museum
Atlanta, IL
Vintage arcade machines in a museum setting.
19. The Mill Museum on Route 66
Lincoln, IL
Former restaurant turned Route 66 museum.
20. Illinois State Museum
Springfield, IL
Museum of Illinois heritage, natural history, and culture.