Tulsa really embraces its Route 66 past. New businesses, as well as, original stops are highlighted as you pass through.
Cyrus Avery Plaza hosts a sculpture of Avery in a Model T encountering a horse drawn carriage. Considered the "Father of Route 66", he developed the route as a member of the federal board appointed to create the Federal Highway System.
Before we leave Tulsa, on the advise of my Uber driver yesterday, we start with breakfast at Talley's Good Food Cafe. In business for over 30 years it's not a "vintage" Route 66 diner, but it does embrace the history and is everything a good diner should be. Fried pork chops, 2 eggs, and hash browns... simply one of the best meals of the trip... so far.
The 1927 Blue Dome Station is in the process of being refurbished and has inspired a whole entertainment district in Tulsa, aptly named... The Blue Dome District.
The Route 66 Village provides us with a quick photo opportunity.
Recently restored, the Meadow Gold sign was the largest neon sign in Oklahoma when it was originally installed in 1934.
Sapulpa OK
The Rock Creek Bridge, built in 1921, is yet another cool old truss bridge formally traveled on Route 66. The really cool part is the brick pavers still in place today.
Stroud OK
The Rock Cafe is still serving people traveling on Route 66 and has been in business since 1939. The rocks that form its walls were actually reclaimed from the construction of the original Route 66.
The still operating Skyliner Motel is highlighted by its classic neon signage.
Chandler OK
Currently being renovated the 1939 classic motor court of the Lincoln Motel still is in operation.
Arcadia OK
The Round Barn of Arcadia has been located on Route 66 since its inception and has acted as a landmark to the most early of travelers. Built in 1890, this 60 ft. diameter barn was adopted in 1980 by local volunteers and restored.
Oklahoma City OK
Before checking into our Bricktown area hotel we visited the Oklahoma City National Memorial, the site honoring the victims and survivors of the 1995 Federal Building bombing.
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