Phoenix New Times · Weatherford, OK
As Route 66 turns 100, what are we actually celebrating?
TravelAs Route 66 turns 100, what are we actually celebrating? The iconic imagery and myths of Route 66 are often at odds with the reality of the road. By Daniel Milowski | The ConversationNovember 11, 2026 Get your kicks on Route 66. Pexels Add New Timesas a preferred source on Google Audio By Carbonatix Wherever We're Needed. We're There. From the stories making headlines to the restaurants, music and culture that make Phoenix one of a kind, New Times is there. Help us raise $25,000 by December 31 to keep independent local journalism going strong in 2027. Support us today Progress to goal $2,850 $25,000 Working in concert, the American Association of State Highway Officials and the Bureau of Public Roads adopted a uniform highway numbering system and corresponding map on November 11, 1926.