Edgebrook · Chicago, IL
2026 not only marks America's 250th birthday, but also the 100th birthday of Route 66, the legendary highway whose name evokes images of gas stations, mom-and-pop motels and quirky attractions. Join historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., for a nostalgia-packed look at the history of Route 66, which linked Chicago to Los Angeles from 1926 until its closing in the mid-1980s. Learn why Route 66 remains so indelibly associated with the lore of the American road trip and what it is like today. Sponsored by the Edgebrook Community Association. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. Photo Source: Karen Kring
