September 10 2026
Route 66: The Main Street of America
Route 66: The Main Street of America252 N. Main St.
Edwardsville, IL 62025
Route 66: The Main Street of America
Celebrate the centennial of a truly legendary highway with a special screening of ROUTE 66:
THE MAIN STREET OF AMERICA.
This new feature-length documentary shares powerful stories of the everyday heroes and enduring towns along Route 66—an immersive portrait of this iconic road.
From roadside attractions to revitalized main streets, each encounter reveals the spirit of communities finding new life and new purpose—proof that the most meaningful journeys often begin on the road less traveled.
Whether you’ve driven Route 66 or only imagined it, this film offers an engaging, heartfelt look at an American icon—full of humor, warmth, and discovery.
Following the film, stay for a live Q&A with filmmaker John Paget and featured participants from the film.