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A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today.  The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date. 

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Freedom. The Open Road. The American Dream. All are still alive on The Mother Road. The nostalgia of diners, museums, tourist stops and neon lights are there for you to visit as you make the drive from Chicago to Santa Monica, CA. You can still get your Kicks on Route 66!

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A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.

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The Heritage Corridor is filled with events that are waiting just for you.  Live music, fun festivals, learning programs, and active adventures await.

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20th Route 66 Shield Monument Unveiled at White Fence Farm in Romeoville

ROMEOVILLE, IL - The 20th official Route 66 Shield Monument has been installed at the legendary White Fence Farm in Romeoville, marking a major milestone in the growing network of must-see photo ops along the historic Mother Road.

 

These vibrant 3D Route 66 shield sculptures have become fan favorites for travelers and road trip enthusiasts, offering picture-perfect moments that celebrate the nostalgia and charm of America’s most iconic highway.

 

The installation is part of an ongoing initiative by Heritage Corridor Destinations, which began in 2022. Working in partnership with communities along Route 66, the organization is creating a trail of these interactive monuments stretching from Berwyn to Pontiac, enhancing the experience for those exploring “The First Hundred Miles."

 

Visitors can discover the exact locations of all 20 monuments—and plan their ultimate Route 66 photo tour—by downloading the Heritage Corridor Visit Widget app, available in Google Play and the App Store.

 

Strike a pose, capture a memory, and celebrate the road that built a nation—one shield at a time.

 

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