Rockwood Motor Court in Springfield, Missouri
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Route 66 across Missouri stretched 317 miles and connected a variety of large cities and small towns, traversing rolling hills and valleys. The Mother Road followed much of the Kickapoo, or Osage, Trail, an Indian trail that later became the Old Wire Road.
Like other Route 66 segments, the actual alignment varied over the years as engineering improvements were constructed.
We've driven much of Route 66, including multiple segments across Missouri, with several visits to Springfield.
Springfield’s emergence as the Birthplace of Route 66 began in the 1920s when the federal government first mandated the construction of a national highway system. A placard on the east side of Park Central Square commemorates Springfield’s subsequent 1992 designation as the official birthplace of Route 66.
Springfield offers a variety of lodging options for Route 66 travelers, including the classic Rockwood Motor Court.
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Rockwood Motor CourtIn 1929, Rockwood Court was built on Route 66 and Deverne Ruckman began operating it as a tourist camp. All six cabins, as well as the filling station, café, and remaining single car garage, are original to the property. Today, the property remains in operation and further restoration is planned. The gas station, Fill ‘Er Up, has taken on the look of a filling station again, and became the tenth overnight rental unit with a gas station theme. Newly renovated in 2019, travelers enjoy clean and comfortable room amenities (with Wifi and Blue Tooth) while experiencing authentic motor court lodging. Each room is themed to an era of Route 66 with vintage décor, furniture, and memorabilia. The Rockwood is a popular lodging destination for those Route 66 roadtrippers desiring a classic Mother Road stay! It is conveniently located in the heart of Springfield’s historic Route 66 district and in easy walking distance to several other Route 66 businesses, restaurants, and attractions. 2200 W College Street in Springfield, MO ... Phone 417.827.2992 ... For more information, visit ... website of the Rockwood Motor Court and Rockwood Motor Court on Facebook Traveler reviews and more photos of the Rockwood Motor Court at TripAdvisor |
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