Dwight, Illinois

Ambler’s Texaco Station was built in 1933 at the corner of Route 17 and Old Route 66, and serviced travelers at that location until 1999. The station gets its name from longtime manager Basil “Tubby” Ambler, who operated the station from 1938 to 1966. Gas stations in those early years were styled to be homey and inviting to customers, as well as inconspicuous in their residential, suburban surroundings. This station definitely has that "cottage look and feel".

The station operated as a gas station until 1999 and was an auto repair shop until 2002, when the owner Phillip Becker generously donated the station to the Village of Dwight. So, sometimes it is called the Ambler/Becker Station.

The building, now a popular Route 66 Roadside Attraction, has been renovated and is now Dwight's visitor's and information center.

Read more about Ambler's Texaco Station at the National Park Service (NPS)

Odell, Illinois: 1932 Standard Oil Gas Station

Patrick O’Donnell built a gas station in Odell, Illinois based on a 1916 Standard Oil of Ohio design, commonly known as a domestic style gas station.

In 1997, the station was listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

The Old Station on Route 66 in Williamsville, Illinois

Mt. Olive, Illinois

Soulsby's Shell Service Station

Russell Soulsby built this station in 1926 with his father, Henry. He ran it with his sister Ola until 1991. For its 65 years of operation, they sold only Shell gasoline. The Soulsby Station is an excellent example of a "house with canopy" form.

It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2004.

More information about Soulsby's at NPS

West End Service Station in Edwardsville, Illlinois

In 2022, the City of Edwardsville partnered with Great Rivers and Routes Tourism Bureau to purchase and restore this historic, circa 1927 Route 66 landmark. Today, it maps out the history of the iconic highway as it passed through Edwardsville. It opened in June of 2023 as a Route 66 interpretive center, taking visitors on a nostalgic trip back in time through the stories and photos from past decades.

It is located at 620 St. Louis Street in Edwardsville. Read more about the station at the City of Edwardsville website

Cuba, Missouri

Weir on 66 restaurant at 102 W. Washington Street in Cuba, Missouri, with its well known mural. This station dates back to the 1930s and was once the headquarters of a family-owned oil business.
Visit the Weir on 66 Facebook page

Gay Parita Sinclair Filling Station

The original structure on this site was built in 1930 by Fred and Gay Mason. Fred named the station "Gay Parita" after his wife Gay.

Fred's station burned in 1955, and ceased operation. It was later lovingly recreated by Gary and Lena Turner in 2005. Gary passed away in 2015, and the site is commonly known today as "Gary's Gay Parita". Barbara Barnes, Gary's daughter, and George Bowick continue to operate the station today.

It is located between Halltown and Spencer, Missouri, about 25 miles west of Springfield, and 3 miles west of Halltown. Route 66 roadtrippers always make a stop at this station, at 21118 Old Highway 66, Ash Grove, Missouri (see map below). Highly recommended!

For more information, visit Gary's Gay Parita website and Gay Parita on Facebook or phone 843.324.6661

Spencer Phillips 66 Service Station

In 1925 Sidney Casey walked 55 miles to purchase the "town" of Spencer for $500. From 1926 until 1928, he constructed a general store, service station, cafe and barber shop. Spencer was bypassed by Interstate 44 in 1961, and later saved in 2007.

The general store was the first building built on this site in 1926. The garage was completed in 1927 and the café / barbershop in 1928. It is still located on all original Route 66 concrete.

In June of 2022, Ed Klein of Route 66 World purchased the property and buildings to further continue the restoration and preservation of the buildings and property.  His plans are to open it up to the public on a limited basis as his schedule allows.

The plans include bringing the general store back to the 1930s era, with shevling and display cases while having a section serving as the Spencer Station's gift shop. The barber shop will be restored to function as a museum for items ranging from the mid 1880s until the late 1940s. The diner will be restored to its circa 1930s-1940s configuration.

Today, the property has become a "must see" stop for Route 66 travelers, motorcycle groups and classic auto tours. The Phillips 66 gas pumps and island are a popular photo op for visitiors! We recommend a visit there on your next road trip!! Spencer Station is located about 24 miles west of Springfield and 50 miles east of Joplin.

The official address is 19720 Lawrence 2062, Miller, MO 65707. See interactive map of its location below.

Spencer Station Website and Spencer Station on Facebook

Cars on the Route

Cars on the Route is located in a restored circa 1934 Kan-O-Tex service station at 119 North Main Street in Galena.

It features the rusted 1951 International Harvester tow truck "Tow Tater" and other restored vehicles on display. The tow truck was the inspiration for the character "Tow Mater" in the Pixar classic movie "Cars".

Gearhead Curios

Located at 520 South Main Street in Galena, Kansas in a circa-1939 Texaco service station. It offers Route 66 curios, artwork for the Gearhead and a place to gather to share stories. The 1951 blue Hudson Hornet parked there is a popular photo-op for Route 66 travelers!

Gearhead Curios on Facebook

While at Gearhead, check out this other popular photo-op on the side of the building ... the license plate USA flag!

Baxter Springs Visitors Center

The Baxter Springs, Kansas, Visitors Center is located at 740 East Avenue in a restored circa 1930 Phillips 66 Service Station ... added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2003.

Visitors Center Website

Commerce, Oklahoma

Allen's Conoco Fillin' Station

Afton, Oklahoma

Eagle DX Service Station in Afton, opened in the 1930s on Route 66

Texaco Station in Foyil, Oklahoma

This finely restored circa-1920s Texaco Filling Station is located in Foyil, Oklahoma, at 12243 South Andy Payne Boulevard (Old Route 66). Bought and restored by Kean Isaacs, it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

For more information, visit the Foyil Texaco Filling Station on Facebook

Seaba Station Motorcycle Museum

The Seaba Station Motorcycle Museum is located at 336992 E. Highway 66 in Warwick, Oklahoma, west of Chandler.

Seaba Station was built in 1921 by John and Alice Seaba, five years before historic Route 66 would be certified. This building's life started out as a DX station, and has now been restored and operated as a popular motorcycle museum.

Seaba Station Motorcycle Museum website and Seaba Station on Facebook,
or phone 405.258.9141

Threatt Filling Station and Family Farm

The historic Threatt Filling Station is located near the intersection of Route 66 and Pottawatomie Road, about 3 miles east of Luther, Oklahoma. The station offered African Americans a place to purchase food and fuel, as well as an opportunity for a respite from their travels during times when segregation was still in place. It offered a variety of services, including gas, oil, automotive accessories, groceries, cold beer and oil changes.

The station building and a nearby bar were built by Allen Threatt Sr. on about 150 acres of property he purchased in 1915, land that the Threatt family still owns. The filling station was closed in the 1970s.

The National Trust for Historic Preservation has included the Threatt Filling Station and Threatt Family Farm on its list of the 11-Most Endangered Places in America, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Today, in 2023, the station is being restored.

For more information about the history of the station and the family, visit the Threatt Filling Station Foundation website and Threatt Filling Station on Facebook.

Also, learn more about the Threatt Filling Station at the National Park Service (NPS) website

More information about restoration efforts and progress

Historic preservationists lead restoration project of Threatt Filling Station in Luther
The Oklahoman - 06/15/2023

Lucille's Service Station and Roadhouse in Hydro, Oklahoma

Lucille's Service Station, a classic gas station built in 1929 along Route 66 near Hydro, is one of only two upper-story, out-thrust porch style stations left on Oklahoma's stretch of Route 66.

 In 1941, the Hamons family took over the operation of the station and Lucille Hamons, ran the business for 60 years. Lucille, who quickly became known for her friendly assistance to motorists, earned the nickname "Mother of the Mother Road." 

Shamrock, Texas

The restored Magnolia service station in Shamrock, Texas

Phillips 66 Gas Station in McLean

Vintage Phillips 66 Service Station in McLean, Texas, the location of one of the first gasoline stations in Texas. It was built in 1929, closed in 1977, and has since been restored.

The early Phillips stations, like the one in McLean, were designed in the "Cottage Look" to blend with local residential neighborhoods. Located at 218 West First Street.

Alanreed, Texas

The circa 1930 Bradley Kiser Super “66” Service Station is located in Alanreed, Texas, at the corner of Highway 271 and Main Street. The building is partially restored, and is currently owned and maintained by the Old Route 66 Association of Texas.

Pete's Route 66 Gas Station Museum in Williams

Located at 101 East Route 66. Lots of Route 66 memorabilia. Admission is free.

Jon Osterman Gas Station Shown below is the John Osterman Gas Station, Peach Springs, Arizona, on Route 66, as seen in May of 2012. It was constructed in 1929 by hand using a concrete block kit from the Sears-Roebuck catalog. Over the years it has been not only a place to sell gas and service vehicles along Route 66 but a focal point for generations of the Hualapai Tribal community. Today, in 2023, the building is deterioating, and needs stabilization and rehabilitation. The historic station has been listed on the annual list of the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s "11 Most Endangered Historic Places". The Tribe is developing a preservation and reuse plan and raising funds to save the Hualapai-owned gas station.

Hackberry, Arizona

On the road at Hackberry, between Seligman and Kingman on U.S. Route 66

Cool Springs, Arizona

Cool Springs ... cabins, tasty foods, gift shop and museum ...  between Kingman and Oatman
For more Cool Springs information, history, museum gifts and more, visit www.Route66CoolSpringsAz.com  and Cool Springs on Facebook

Roy's Motel, Gas Station and Cafe

Roy's Motel and Café is a historic site on U.S. Route 66 in the Mojave Desert town of Amboy in San Bernardino County, California. This is a famous tourist attraction, partly due to its 1950s Googie-Style neon sign that can be seen for miles approaching the town.

For more information, visit the website of Roy's

Rancho Cucamonga

The Cucamonga Service Station is a historic gas and automobile service station located in Rancho Cucamonga, California.

Located on Historic Route 66, it was built in 1915 and today serves as a museum. The official address is 9670 Foothill Blvd, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730. Read more at the Cucamonga Service Station website