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THE BLUE CARPET CORRIDOR
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The Blue Carpet Corridor is a unique section of Route 66 characterized not only by its Mother Road charm, but also its rich mining history and colorful mobster lore. Route 66 is known for its quirky attractions, roadside hospitality, and family fun. And every year on the third weekend of May, a special array of events celebrates our Route 66 heritage as each participating community plans its own activities.
But all year long, the blue carpet is rolled out to welcome you from Auburn to Collinsville along three historic alignments of the Mother Road. Enjoy a meal at a real mom and pop eatery. Discover innovative museums, towering monuments, historic buildings, and winding stretches of original highway. Find a treasure or a souvenir at a unique shop.
Come visit us on the Blue Carpet Corridor. And don't forget to bring your camera, because photo ops are plentiful.
But all year long, the blue carpet is rolled out to welcome you from Auburn to Collinsville along three historic alignments of the Mother Road. Enjoy a meal at a real mom and pop eatery. Discover innovative museums, towering monuments, historic buildings, and winding stretches of original highway. Find a treasure or a souvenir at a unique shop.
Come visit us on the Blue Carpet Corridor. And don't forget to bring your camera, because photo ops are plentiful.
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Our travel season car show winner was entered as our guest at the 2019 INTERNATIONAL MOTHER ROAD FESTIVAL in Springfield, IL 9/28, - AND WON Best in Class. Great work Aaron and Shannon Ralph from Bunker Hill, IL
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The 2019 Route 66 Royalty trophy was awarded to Shannon and Aaron Ralph at the Carlinville Route 66 Car Show. 1967 Pontiac Firebird click on photo to review the 2019 contest |
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The Most Mother Road Memorable Moments Per Mile!
Learn more about our Three Mother Road Alignments
Click on a name below to learn about that individual community. Each Blue Carpet Corridor community has its own pages which offer information about events, attractions, restaurants, and lodging.
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1930 - 1940
Litchfield Mt. Olive The Pink Elephant 1940 - 1977 Nana's Hidden Attic Troy Collinsville |
