Only around 11 miles of Route 66 stretch through Kansas, making it the shortest trek of the eight states on your Mother Road journey. But what this state lacks in distance it makes up for in impressive tourist sites. Serving as a bridge between Missouri and Oklahoma, there are quintessential Kansas Route 66 attractions to see at every turn of the road.
You’ll find quirky roadside attractions, informative museums, vintage service stations, fun souvenir shops, and historical landmarks on this stretch of your road trip. You might even get to meet some of the fun characters who inspired your favorite characters from the Pixar movie Cars.
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Baxter Springs Heritage Center & Museum in Baxter Springs, Kansas
Just a block off Route 66 in Baxter Springs, Kansas, the Baxter Springs Heritage Center & Museum invites travelers to dig into the rich history of the area. Housed in a two-story, 23,000-square-foot building, this museum takes visitors on a journey through time, uncovering the stories, struggles, and successes that shaped this corner of the Ozarks.
Route 66 Coca-Cola Mural in Galena, Kansas
The Route 66 Coca-Cola Mural in Galena, Kansas, is a fresh slice of nostalgia with a nod to vintage flair. Completed in 2019 by Mythiq Art & Mural from Joplin, Missouri, this vibrant 16-by-60-foot mural stands proudly on the Schwartz Building, right at the corner of Route 66 and Main Street.
Must SeeNelson’s Old Riverton Store in Riverton, Kansas
Nelson’s Old Riverton Store in Riverton, Kansas (also known as The Eisler Brothers Old Riverton Store) is a Route 66 institution that predates the Mother Road itself. The Kansas store has been in operation since 1925, before Route 66 was even designated. It was built by Leo Williams, who ran it as Williams Store.
