Route 66 "Mother Road" Museum - Barstow, California
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BruceS
N 34° 54.307 W 117° 01.504
11S E 497709 N 3862521
Route 66 museum in former railroad station in Barstow, California.
Waymark Code: WM55DY
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 11/14/2008
Views: 75
"The Route 66 "Mother Road" Museum was dedicated on July 4, 2000 in the historic Casa del Desierto, Harvey House, in Barstow, California. The Museum displays a collection of historic photographs and artifacts related to Route 66 and the Mojave Desert Communities. Displays include development of the United States Route 66 from early pioneer trails, railroads, automotive history, businesses and sites." - museum website
The museum hours:
Friday - Sunday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Admission: Free
Americana: Roadside Attraction
Significant Interest: Museum
Milestone or Marker: Other Icon
Web Site Address: [Web Link]
Address of Icon:
681 N. First Avenue
Barstow, California
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