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Tulsa Lights Up Route 66 for a Centennial Glow
18 May
Summary
- Tulsa's Route 66 is experiencing a revitalization with 84 neon signs.
- A grant program helps businesses restore neon signs for advertising.
- Future plans include facade restoration grants for businesses.
As Route 66 approaches its 100th anniversary, Tulsa, Oklahoma, is illuminating its historic 28-mile segment with a resurgence of neon. The city's Route 66 Commission has spearheaded efforts to bring back the road's iconic glow, now boasting 84 vibrant neon signs.
This revitalization is partly fueled by a matching grant program that encourages businesses to restore or install new neon signage. These signs, historically vital for advertising and directing travelers, are transforming Tulsa's stretch of the "Main Street of America." Local business managers and commission members express optimism about the positive impact on tourism and community pride.
The commission's vision extends beyond neon, with proposed grants aimed at restoring building facades. This comprehensive approach seeks to ensure the continued vibrancy and appeal of Tulsa's Route 66 for the next century.
