Arizona Route 66 Museum
The Mother Road
Explore centuries of Arizona's Route 66 history — from its role as a prehistoric trade route to the vibrant resurgence of America's most iconic highway.
Our Story
Where the Road Comes Alive
The Arizona Route 66 Museum in Kingman traces the full arc of the Mother Road — from the ancient trails that preceded it to the neon-lit heyday of mid-century travel and the passionate preservation movement keeping its spirit alive today.
Kingman sits at the heart of the longest remaining stretch of original Route 66, making it the perfect home for a museum dedicated to the road's enduring legacy. Our exhibits span prehistory, the railroad era, the birth of the automobile age, and the cultural explosion that made Route 66 a symbol of American freedom.
Whether you're a lifelong road tripper, a history enthusiast, or a first-time visitor, the Arizona Route 66 Museum offers an immersive journey through time — one mile marker at a time.
Longest drivable stretch of original Route 66
Kingman, Arizona
Exhibits & Collections
Driving on the Path of History
From prehistoric pathways to present-day preservation, our galleries tell the full story of Route 66.
Prehistoric Trade Routes
Long before asphalt and automobiles, Indigenous peoples traveled these same corridors along trade routes stretching across the U.S. and down into Mexico. Explore the ancient pathways that laid the groundwork for what would become Route 66.
The Railroad Era
The arrival of the Atlantic & Pacific Railroad in the 1880s transformed the region. Discover how the rail lines shaped Kingman and the towns along the corridor that would one day become the Mother Road.
Birth of Route 66
Commissioned in 1926, Route 66 stitched together a nation. Learn how the road was built, mapped, and paved — and how it became the lifeline connecting Chicago to Los Angeles, while shaping Northern Arizona culture.
The Golden Age of Travel
The 1940s–60s brought diners, motels, neon signs, and roadside attractions that defined American pop culture. Step into the era of tail fins, jukeboxes, and the open road.
Decline & Revival
The interstate highway system bypassed Route 66, sending many towns into decline. But the road refused to die. Explore the grassroots preservation movement and the global community that brought the Mother Road back to life.
Arizona's Route 66 Today
Mohave County is home to the longest drivable stretch of original Route 66. See how the community continues to celebrate, preserve, and share this irreplaceable piece of American history with visitors from around the world.
Plan Your Visit
Hours & Location
Museum Hours
Last entry 30 minutes before close. We recommend calling ahead as hours are subject to change.
Admission
One Ticket. Three Museums.
Your $10 admission includes access to all three Mohave County Historical Society museums.