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Route History

Museum · Springfield ·

Route History

Museum · Springfield ·
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A locally owned museum sharing Black history along Route 66 with a VR experience; singled out by National Geographic as a unique, must‑learn perspective on the Mother Road.

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/route-66-springfield-illinois
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Experience Black history, resilience, and excellence on Route 66

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737 E Cook St, Springfield, IL 62703 Get directions

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Experience Black history, resilience, and excellence on Route 66

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737 E Cook St, Springfield, IL 62703 Get directions

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