We got up early this morning, downed some coffee and donuts and set our course to go towards Pittsburgh. Our route took us on Highway 55 in Illinois which runs along the old route 66. So you know we had to get off the highway and explore a bit....
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| We didn't have to go far before we came across this giant hot dog man. These were made by International Fiberglass of Venice California in the 1960's. The first one was designed for Paul Bunyan Cafe in Flagstaff, AZ. Copies were made and sold to many different types of businesses. The ax was eliminated, and a hot dog, muffler, or car part was put in its place. this one stands proudly on route 66 in Atlanta, IL |
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| A gas station museum on route 66 in Springfield, IL. Once a working gas station - now home to a host of Route 66 memorabilia relating to automobiles and petrol. |
We took a little detour to the state capital, Springfield. This was once home to Abraham Lincoln and the site of his final resting place. We took a tour of his home and visited his tomb.
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| His and Mary's house started out as a single story. As he became more successful as a lawyer and politician, they added a second story. The nearby town of Lincoln was named for him during his lifetime. He went to the dedication and remarked that he didn't know whey they were naming their town Lincoln - nothing with the name Lincoln ever amounted to much. |
Before we got back on the road to the campsite, we had a late lunch/early dinner at Steak and Shake, a fast food restaurant that feels like a Route 66 Diner. The food was great - wish they would come to Massachusetts!
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