Elk City, Oklahoma – Route 66 Town Profile
Gateway to Route 66 Heritage…
Elk City is a nostalgic stop where the National Route 66 Museum anchors a town glowing with neon signs, roadside Americana, and small-town charm. From vintage cars and recreated diners to retro motel facades, Elk City captures the spirit of the Mother Road in vivid color.
Route 66 Highlights
National Route 66 Museum
📍2717 W 3rd St
Part of a multi‑museum campus that also includes the Transportation Museum, Old Town Museum, Farm & Ranch Museum, and Blacksmith Museum.
What You’ll See at the Museum
- Iconic Route 66 Signage
- Vintage Cars & Trucks
- Recreated Roadside Scenes
- Interactive Exhibits
📍 3rd Street & Madison
Standing 181 feet tall (17 stories), it dominates the Elk City skyline along Route 66
Standing 181 feet tall (17 stories), it dominates the Elk City skyline along Route 66
Murals in Elk City
Including the Car & Shield mural, cowboy/frontier heritage scenes, and other Americana artwork.
Local Dining
Places to Stay
Keep Riding
- Top Route 66 Towns to Visit in Oklahoma → Quapaw and Commerce → Miami → Vinita → Foyil → Claremore → Catoosa → Tulsa → Sapulpa → Stroud → Chandler → Arcadia → Oklahoma City → El Reno → Clinton → Weatherford → Elk City → Sayre → Erick
- Oklahoma State Guide →
- View Itineraries → Route 66 - The Ultimate Guide
Ready to hit the Mother Road?
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