The Colonial Hotel opened in 1907. The six-story building served as a gathering place for business meetings, proms and other ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The City of Springfield is hosting the annual Birthplace of Route 66 Festival this weekend, celebrating the Mother Road and Springfield’s role in its history. The festival kicks off ...

Springfield's Birthplace of Route 66 Festival returns Aug. 8-9 with changes based on feedback from local businesses. New additions include a drone show and a stage at Hold Fast Brewing, while the ...

Local businesses along Route 66 can apply for up to $500 in matching funds to improve storefronts before the National Route 66 Centennial kickoff.

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The Birthplace of Route 66 Festival continues Saturday in Downtown Springfield. All day, enjoy live music, car and bike shows, vendors, and opportunities to learn about the ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Data obtained by Ozarks First Investigates reveals that the City of Springfield has spent over $100,000 on its signature event, the Birthplace of Route 66 Festival, since 2019.

Route 66, partially running through Missouri, ranks fifth among America's top 10 scenic drives. Springfield, Missouri, is recognized as the birthplace of Route 66, where the iconic highway received ...

Queen's Gate 66 is designed by Kansas City-based artists. It will serve as a "gateway" for visitors coming to Springfield for the Route 66 centennial, which kicks off in April.

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Springfield’s claim to be the birthplace of the Mother Road means it has been selected as the host city for the kickoff of America’s Route 66 centennial celebration, taking place ...