Route 66 Centennial Celebrated with Events Across the U.S.
The centennial celebration of Route 66, often referred to as the 'Mother Road,' is underway, with events planned across the United States. Doug Shupe, a spokesperson for AAA, highlighted various ways to celebrate the 100-year-old highway, including activities at the Santa Monica Pier. Route 66, which stretches from Chicago to Santa Monica, California, is celebrated for its historical significance and cultural impact, having been a major route for travelers and a symbol of American freedom and adventure.