Just under 200 miles worth of the iconic Route 66 runs through Texas. As the “Mother Road” turns 100, somebody noticed something funny at the beginning of its Texas leg.
The Route 66 Festival returns to Amarillo in 2025 with events, nostalgia, and community spirit as the region prepares for Route 66’s 100th birthday in 2026.
The next time you're planning a trip out Route 66, also known as Interstate 40, through the Panhandle of Texas, you should plan a visit to this 190' giant Cross in Groom, Texas.